Scent Detection
Letting your dog use their instincts and follow their nose!
Service Description
Duration: 6 weeks ***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A GROUP CLASS with multiple dogs working in the same space*** For dogs that need their own space please connect for a scent work private lesson by email bestpawdogtraining@gmail.com The sport of Scent Detection teaches your dog to find a specific target odour and then tell you where it is. All dogs are born knowing how to find a scent and follow it. This means that any breed of dog can play Scent Detection games! No previous training of any kind is needed to get involved in this sport and it is great for young and old dogs as well as dogs with disabilities. This course introduces your dog to a specific target odour that he learns to "hunt". Indicating that he has found it will bring a reward. We use a series of foundation games that build on each other to increase the level of challenge and create a dog that searches confidently and accurately. Using these games, you and your dog can carry on after the class finishes to have endless fun or even compete for titles! Cancellation policy: Full Refund up to 7 days before the start of class Between 7 days and 48 hours: full credit to apply to future classes or Private sessions Less than 48 hours notice: we will most likely not be able to fill your reserved class spot and a cancellation fee of $125 will apply. Once the class has started there is no refund or credit option available. If you are not sure if your dog is suitable for a group class, please ask before booking! We highly recommend a private lesson to assess suitability and answer any questions you may have as well as to bridge any gaps if you have missed a group session.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Refund Policy: All refunds are subject to a service fee. ​ Classes: Cancellations up to 48 hours before your class can be refunded; a service fee will be deducted for all refunds. Late cancellations within 2 days of your class: 50% Credit towards a suitable lesson or class (to be used within 2 months of the original start date). Classes will not be refunded after the class has started. But may be transferred to another class or lesson at our discretion and will be subject to a service fee. Missed lessons will not be refunded or made up.  Dogs may attend class with another handler, or can catch up at their next class.  You can always contact us for additional support via email. ​ Private lessons: Refund available up to 48 hours before your appointment, minus the service charge. Late cancellations within 2 days of your appointment: 50% Credit towards a suitable lesson or class (to be used within 2 months of the original date). No-shows or missed appointments will not be refunded.
Contact Details
BC SPCA
154 Westwood Road, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
250-714-3437
bestpawdogtraining@gmail.com