Scent Class

Unlock your dog’s natural instincts and watch their confidence soar with our Scent Training Class. This course is designed to engage your dog’s powerful sense of smell in a way that promotes mental stimulation, reduces anxiety, and strengthens the bond between you and your canine companion. Over four weeks, you and your dog will embark on a journey of discovery through odour-based games that are not only fun but also therapeutic.

This class is especially beneficial for reactive or anxious dogs, offering them a positive outlet to channel their energy in a controlled and supportive environment. Our training methods are 100% force-free, ensuring that your dog learns in a stress-free, encouraging atmosphere. This class is open to all. We understand the unique needs of reactive and anxious dogs. Our class structure and environment is designed to create a calm and safe space, where every dog can thrive at their own pace.

This class is perfect for dogs of all ages and breeds, especially those who are reactive, anxious, or simply in need of a confidence boost. Whether your dog is new to scent work or has some experience, our scent class is structured to accommodate all beginner skill levels. Scent Work is more than just a fun activity; it’s a powerful way to build your dog’s confidence and strengthen your bond.

For those looking to do more we have an Advanced Class offering for our Beginner Graduates.
All the information for Advanced will be provided after you complete your beginner term.

Some benefits of Scent Class:

Scent work taps into a dog’s natural searching and foraging instincts.
By allowing them to use their strongest sense, they experience success and satisfaction, which can boost their self-esteem.
The mental challenge of identifying & following scents provides essential enrichment. Successfully completing scent tasks gives dogs a sense of accomplishment, which can enhance their overall confidence.
For reactive or anxious dogs, scent work provides a controlled way to explore their environment off leash. This can help them feel more secure in new or unfamiliar situations in the future.
As dogs correctly identify scents and are rewarded, they associate the activity with positive outcomes. This builds their confidence in their ability to succeed and encourages them to tackle future challenges more boldly.
Scent work requires focus and concentration, which can help dogs learn to manage their natural impulses and stay calm. Over time, this increased self-control can translate to greater confidence in other aspects of their life.
Working together on scent tasks strengthens the bond between a dog and their guardian. This partnership and the trust it builds can make dogs feel more secure and confident in their relationship with their human.
As dogs learn to succeed in scent work, they often become more adaptable and open to new experiences, which can further boost their confidence in varied situations.

Our scent classes are held at St Ives Showground at an indoor training area. Spaces are limited to maintain a supportive learning environment, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Please note that this class has a therapeutic approach to scent training for pet guardians.
Our class is not designed or intended for those who have plans to trial or compete!

$440
For ages 5 months and up.
4 weeks of 90 minute lessons.
Saturdays @ 8:30am St Ives Showground
Small classes.
Reactive and Anxious Dog friendly class setup – ALL WELCOME.
New courses starting every month!
Ongoing access to private Facebook Group.

Class Content

1: Who Are You?

2: Seeking & Searching

3: What Does That Look Like?

4: Putting it all Together

Recommended Reading
Whether or not you decide to sign up for class with us, we would love to invite you to take a look at our recommended reading. These links outline some of the concepts we will be learning about in our Scent Class: