Fun nose work class information & Registration
Goals of Fun Nose Work :
The primary goal of this class is fun. Game playing and hunting is first and foremost, this is a class where dogs get to be dogs. Some dogs have taken this class who have had little experience playing with toys, (or with their owners), but with several repetitions of the class have been transformed. Owners should not feel discouraged if their dogs don't 'get it' right away.so many other benefits come from the class experience itself. In other cases, the dogs have had a good foundation in find it games and play in general. Fortunately the class can be adjusted to accommodate different skill levels.
What to Expect: First time in a Fun Nose Work Class
All dogs work one at a time, and will be crated during their down time. It is helpful if the dog already has a strong desire to play with toys, but it is not required. This class is a great for newly adopted dogs and helps them become more confident in new environments. Level one can be repeated many times as the level of difficulty will be adjusted as the dog gains better skills. It's also a great class for dogs that need a lot of mental and physical stimulation, but have a hard time in classes with other dogs. They will have an opportunity to build confidence in new environments, and working around obstacles without the stress of interactions with other dogs.
What you'll need to bring for class:
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Crate (dogs may also stay crated in a properly ventilated and secure vehicle - weather permitting )
2.) Flat Collar (buckle or Martingale style) during class (other equipment may be used to and from class.) Note: a well-fitted harness may be used for dogs with tracheal issues.
3.) Leash: A 6-foot light-weight leather or nylon leash (no chain or retractable). All dangling items, rings, charms, poop bags holders must be removed so as not to distract the dog.
4.) Treats: HIGH VALUE toys and treats! For example: If your dog loves the tennis ball or the rope.bring it, not the squeaks he doesn't play with; If your dog loves chicken but is not jazzed about snausages, bring the chicken. bring a few things in case what you thought was going to work, doesn't.
Vaccinations:
- We require Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella. Equivalent may be accepted with appropriate medical documentation
RESTRICTIONS:
Dogs must be capable of handling confinement during the class, either crated away from their handlers or in a properly equipped vehicle.
No dogs with any aggression towards people.
A note about class levels: Fun Nose Work classes do not proceed automatically from Level One to Level Two to Advanced as in typical class structures. Students repeat a level several times and each time they take the class, there are more skills added for that handler/dog team. We don't keep adding brand new students to an existing level once that group has advanced significantly as the skills acquired are cumulative. Usually a class moves up together, but occasionally there are exceptions. The next level must be recommended by the instructor or in some cases the handler/dog team can test for the next level
Most classes run weekly. However, classes can be cancelled and/or postponed without notice. We will do our best to alert you to any weeks in which there will not be class so you can adjust your schedule accordingly. You will also receive the full number of lessons only the session end date will be affected. Below are the current dates in which there will not be any classes:
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Memorial Day
July 4th
Labor Day
Thanksgiving day (including the day before & after)
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Day
FUN NOSE WORK - LEVEL ONE |
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Pre-Requisite: MUST BE CURRENTLY ON THE WAIT LIST AND HAVE BEEN CONTACTED BY A MEMBER OF THE TRAINING DEPARTMENT TO REGISTER. NO PRIOR NOSE WORK TRAINING REQUIRED. |
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Introduction to Nose Work Class is designed for the person who wants to help their dog explore their environment in a new and exciting way. This class utilizes the dog's most prominent sense: its sense of smell. This class is a great way to work on your dog's basic searching ability, burn off excess energy and teaches your dog a whole new set of skills. Class participants work one at a time which makes this the ideal class for dogs that enjoy individual attention, don't enjoy other dogs, have a lot of energy, their nose gets them into trouble or just need a boost in confidence. This class consists of Six (6) one hour and 30 minute lessons. $140.00 |
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PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST LESSON. |
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March 29, 2010 |
Monday 7:45 - 9:15 PM |
Status: Open to new students contacted by the B&T Dept. only |
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Pre-Requisite: Open to current students only. Must have completed an Introduction to Nose work class. Most classes develop together and move ahead accordingly. |
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Level Two Fun Nose Work is for dogs that have completed the Level One Fun Nose work class and have met minimum proficiency in Intro to Nose Work. Dogs in the Level 2 class will be introduced to the first target odor. Six (6) one hour and 30 minute lessons. $140.00 |
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PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST LESSON. |
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| Start Date | Day/Time/Location | Status | |
March 29, 2010 |
Monday 6:00 - 7:30 PM |
Open to current students and approved new students only! |
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FUN NOSE WORK |
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Pre-Requisite: Must be currently engaged in nose work training and teams must have been previously introduced to odor. An odor recognition test may be required prior to enrollment in this class. |
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Continuing Nose Work is for dogs that have completed the Level Two Nose Work class and have met minimum proficiency in finding their initial target odor. This class will continue to develop handler skills and will introduce the teams to additional target |
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PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST LESSON. |
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March 30, 2010 |
Tuesday 6:00-730PM |
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April 1, 2010 |
Thursday 6:00 - 7:30 PM |
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FUN NOSE WORK - Advanced Scent Nose Work |
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Pre-Requisite : Dogs may join this class on a case by case basis and with instructor approval only.
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Advanced nose work is designed for the experienced teams and will expand both the handler's and the dog's understanding of the target odors and the concepts of nose work. The advanced class will also continue to develop the handler's skill level in accurately reading their dog's body language and communication. The teams will learn to navigate more intricate and challenging training scenarios. Class is six (6) one and half hour sessions. $140.00 |
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March 30, 2010 |
Tuesday 7:45 - 9:15 PM |
Open to returning and approved new students only. |
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April 1, 2010 |
Thursday 4:15 - 5:45 PM |
Open to returning and approved new students only. |
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