This article explains some of the more well-known canine nosework organizations and offers a run-down of the types of training/trial environments. I'm a Nosework student. I have two competing shepherds and one mixed breed that I used Nosework as a confidence builder for. Here's a guide to some of the more well-known canine nosework organizations in addition to a run-down of the types of training/trial environments. Image by moses from Pixabay National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW) The NACSW is nosework sport's grandfather. Founded in 2006, it runs its organization much like detectio ..read more

Hide placement in nosework is literally an art form, an art I'm still trying to master. Just a person with too much time on their hands, spreading the gospel of Nosework to the best of their knowledge. Scout on the hunt!The Placement of Hides Without places to hide your odor, there would be no nosework. What’s the fun in the odor sitting out in plain sight? There would be no challenge and the game would be over before it began. One question I’ve been asked is how many Qtips a person should use when practicing on their own. There is no set number. Typically, the more novice the dog, three Qtips ..read more

Training an agility dog to distance is hard! This article gives ideas and tips to both train and handle your dog at distance. Kristin is a dog agility instructor and competitor with 20 years in the sport. Training an agility dog to distance is hard! This article gives ideas and tips to both train and handle your dog at distance. Photo by Kevin Devine, used with permission Physical Limitations and Agility At every agility trial, we see handlers running their dogs despite physical limitations. Some handlers struggle against joints that no longer function without pain. Others are fighting cancer ..read more

Here are some helpful techniques for success in nosework. I and my family are slaves to the brain-tiring game called Nosework. Seriously, try it. The Pre-Search Cue The pre-search cue is very important in forming a solid detection/nosework dog. It is what you say or do before you “send them off.” It helps them understand what their environment entails and what is expected of them. Think of the Pre-Search Cue like a service dog’s vest, once that vest goes on, the dog understands what is expected of them. This applies to all dogs you work with. Verbal Pre-Search Cues: Search! Find it! Suche! (G ..read more

Tips on channeling and pooling hides for Nosework. I have two competing shepherds and one mixed breed I used Nosework as a confidence builder for. Here are a few tips that will stimulate your companion's natural talents! Jeff Nissen/Unsplash Nosework Births Inspiration Nosework is growing more popular. Convenient and portable, you can take the sport anywhere. You can use rooms in your home or places in your yard. If you live in the city, you can use the building’s entrance—stick that tiny scent tin in the crack by the door or on the sidewalk. If you’re new to the sport, hold on to those shipme ..read more

Looking to get your dog into an AKC show? It requires discipline, dedication, and above all, patience. Here is the process on how to enter your dog into one! I've been an online writer for over seven years. My articles often focus on DIY home projects, pet ownership, and fishing. This guide will provide information about what it's like to show your dog in an AKC conformation show. HarryStueber, CC, via Pixabay Preparing for AKC Dog Shows Westminster. Eukanuba. Grand National. AKC dog shows that people aspire to qualify for and possibly even win. These are nationally televised shows which take ..read more

What is source in Nosework? What is the inaccessible hide? I have two competing shepherds, and one mixed breed I used Nosework as a confidence-builder for. What is source and the inaccessible hide in Nosework? Find out below.What Is Source? Without a source, Nosework wouldn’t exist. It is what fuels the game for dogs. No matter where you go, odor is everywhere. It can be food crumbs, shoe smells, elimination spots, chemicals, pollen, etc. It is the job of the handler and dog to work together to differentiate the two. Remember: The object of the game is to always find the strongest source of th ..read more

This is a different sort of "what every agility newbie should know" list. Whether you're new to the sport of dog agility or you have several Agility Champions, this odd list will have you thinking. Kristin is a dog agility instructor and competitor with 20 years in the sport. Laika weaving through the poles. Author's Photo Beginner Tips Are a Vast Topic A few weeks ago, I was struck with a bad case of writer's block. I could not find an agility topic inspiring enough to break through it, so I asked my followers on Facebook what they would like to read about. One of the most requested topics wa ..read more

Read an overview of the up-and-coming dog sport, Canine Nosework. I'm a Nosework student. I have two competing shepherds and one mixed breed I used Nosework as a confidence builder for. Canine Nosework Canine Nosework is a rapidly evolving dog sport, requiring dogs to locate “target odor” by using their sense of smell. So, what makes this such a great sport for dogs and owners? Prior training is not needed. Trainers like to build a solid foundation of searching by using boxes with high-value treats in them. It may seem very basic, but it’s an excellent technique that helps make the dog’s driv ..read more

Schutzhund is a German word that means "protection dog" and was developed in Germany as a breed suitability test in the early 1900s. Learn all about Kelly has been competing and training in IGP since 2010. Over the years, she has learned a lot about the sport and the German Shepherd Dog. Read on to learn all about Schutzhund and the IGP exam. You'll learn the basics and the reasoning behind the main tests. You'll also find a helpful video with more info. Barras | Wikimedia Commons What Is the Purpose of the IGP? Schutzhund is a German word that means "protection dog" and was developed in Germa ..read more