Introduction to Odor

This class advances the dog's scent discrimination skills taught in the Introduction to K9 Nose Work class. Dogs are taught to identify the first target odor of the sport: Birch, a natural essential oil. This class builds on the skills taught in Introduction to Nose Work. Additionally, we introduce techniques and tactics for building better dog/handler teamwork. This class is also appropriate for dog handler teams working with Birch who would like to gain experience searching for Birch in a new environment.

Frequency & Duration: 1.5 hours per week for 6 weeks

Class includes: Certificate of Completion

Fees: $180 ($160 if your dog has taken a previous SF SPCA class in the past year)

Class capacity: 6 students

Location: 243 Alabama Street

Course prerequisites: Introduction to K9 Nose Work and Instructor approval. Dogs in this class must be capable of quietly handling confinement crated away from their handlers or in a properly equipped vehicle. Dogs should be at least 5 months old. Students must also fill out the Online K9 Nose Work Questionnaire prior to class.

Instructor: Michele Garlick, CNWI