Santa Clara Dog Training Club

In this Scent Work class, teams will learn to identify and indicate specific scents used by AKC Scent Work and other trialing organizations. Teams will focus on refining key skills such as team handling, handler body movement, alert recognition, and reward timing.

Mastering these techniques will increase your proficiency and can lead to the achievement of AKC Scent Work titles and titles from other trialing organizations. Whether you're preparing for a trial or simply looking to improve your scent detection skills, this class will help you and your dog excel in the sport.

Price:  $140 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays

Prerequisite: Referral from ScentWork Level 3 Novice/Intermediate instructor or equivalent experience.

See the description of all scent work classes and the order of progression: ScentWork Class descriptions and progression

Equipment: 

• Crate for your dog
• Lots of “high-value” treats in a pouch
• Flat buckle, collar, or harness
• At least a 10 foot leash, easy to take on and off 

Cancellation/Refund Policy: 

1. Cancellation of a class for any reason BEFORE the first class date of a  session will be refunded minus our coursestorm and credit card fees (currently about $13)
2. There are NO REFUNDS for any cancellations AFTER the first class of a session.
3. There will be NO REFUNDS or pro-rating for any classes missed after the start date of the first class of any given session.
4. Transfers to a more skill appropriate class in the same session before or after the class start date may be possible with approval and subject to space availability. Please contact us.