By comparison the part of a dog’s brain that is used to detect and analyze scent is about 40 times larger than humans. We can all agree that it is a powerful tool the dog has. When adding anything to a HD box like fresh adhesive, glue products on a name tag, ink, or magic marker, we must think of the effects it will have … Continue reading Scent Work Handler Discrimination (HD) Class – The box!
The AKC Scent Work Detective Class holds the promise of an exceptional search environment for accomplished exhibitors. Spanning a large, contiguous, interior/exterior space, and featuring an unknown number of hides, in a variety of elements. Judges have an opportunity to create all sorts of interesting scent pictures. What are some of the challenges in setting hides that present just the right amount of complexity? Let’s … Continue reading Challenges in Setting the Detective Search
Don’t let an avalanche sour a dog on Scent Work! Continue reading Creating Stable and Safe Search Areas
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