Scent Work University

ONLINE SCENT WORK AND DOG TRAINING SOLUTIONS

Whether you’re just discovering Scent Work, or you’re a longtime competitor looking to take your skills to the next level, Scent Work University has something for you.

We offer more than 200 courses, webinars, seminars and eBooks taught by top instructors in the field.

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UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS AND RELEASES

The Difference Between Theory and Reality Seminar

Speaker: Tony Gravley

Live Seminar: April 8th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET

Length: 3 hours

Are you looking for a down-to-earth explanation of odor theory with tips on how to design specific odor puzzles? This seminar is for you!

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Language of Nose Work: Reading Your Dog Webinar

Speakers: Michael McManus and Natalie McManus

Live Webinar: April 17th at 4:30PM PT/6:30PM CT/7:30PM ET

Length: 90 minutes

Learning how to read our dogs is a necessary skill for every Scent Work handler to master. See how you can go about doing this in this webinar.

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365 Days of Searching eBook

Author: Dianna L. Santos

Pre-order: Releases on May 31st

Length: Approx 180 pages

Do you find yourself stumped, unsure what to set up for you next practice session? Have you run out of ideas? Are you an instructor struggling with burnout in the creativity department? This eBook is for you!

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SCENT WORK AND DOG TRAINING WEBINARS

UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS

Learn from our experienced speakers and ask them questions in real-time.

Enjoy continual access to the fully edited webinar replay afterwards - no deadlines or cut-off dates to worry about.

Cannot make the live webinar? No worries! Order the webinar replay and go through it at your leisure.

Live Webinar

Squirrel! Training Distractions Webinar

Date: April 2nd at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Judith Guthrie

Do you feel as though distractors in your searches are your worst nemesis? Learn how to better train for distractors, both artificial and those "in the wild", set your dog up for success and more in with this webinar!

Live Webinar

Instructors Canine Body Behavior and Teaching Classes Webinar

Date: April 6th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

When teaching a group dog training class, it is essential for instructors to properly read what their canine clients are saying. Learn ways to do so, keep tensions low and set your clients up for success in this webinar.

Live Webinar

You Can Do It: Building Endurance and Stamina Webinar

Date: April 7th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

To ensure our dogs can indeed be successful in their searches, we should take steps to build their endurance and stamina. We will discuss ways to do so in this webinar.

Live Webinar

Variable Reward and Nose Work Webinar

Date: April 9th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Judith Guthrie

You've likely heard the power of using a variable reward system when it comes to general dog training. Is it possible to use this approach in Nose Work? Learn how to add variable rewards in a multitude of ways to your Nose Work training in this webinar.

Live Webinar

Intro to Control Unleashed Webinar

Date: April 10th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Adam Skandarani

Delve into the Control Unleashed (CU) program with Certified Control Unleashed Instructor Adam Skandarani CCUI, KPA-CTP, as they take you through key concepts, exercises and pattern games.

Live Webinar

Train the Drive Webinar

Date: April 16th at 4:00PM PT/5:00PM MT/7:00PM ET
Instructor: Jill Kovacevich

Let's refresh our training skills for proficient odor drive search work. It is important to reconnect with an solid odor drive progression from basic hides in simplistic search areas to complex odor problems in environmental gotcha zones. Learn how in this information packed webinar!

Live Webinar

Language of Nose Work: Reading Your Dog Webinar

Date: April 17th at 4:30PM PT/6:30PM CT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Michael McManus and Natalie McManus

Learning how to read our dogs is a necessary skill for every Scent Work handler to master. See how you can go about doing this in this webinar.

Live Webinar

Instructors: Canine Body Behavior and Consultations Webinar

Date: April 27th at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

As instructors, it is essential that we properly read what our canine clients are saying. Learn tips on how to do so, ways to be proactive and set your clients up for success in private and semi-private consultations.

Live Webinar

Train the Hide Webinar

Date: May 21st at 4:00PM PT/5:00PM MT/7:00PM ET
Instructor: Jill Kovacevich

Hide placement for each trial level matters. Learning how to set hides is a go to skill for all trial teams whether you feel confident in doing so or not. Learn to understand the differences and the importance of progressive hides for effective and efficient search work.

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Odor Chemistry Basics for Civilian and Sport Canine Detection Handlers Webinar

Date: June 11th at 3:30PM PT/6:30PM ET
Instructor: Lauryn E. DeGreeff, PhD

Gain an understanding of factors that affect or change odor particularly in regards to Nosework odors (Birch, Anise and Clove) and how they may compare to other detection target odors, such as human remains and live human scent.

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Train for the Title Webinar

Date: June 18th at 4:00PM PT/5:00PM MT/7:00PM ET
Instructor: Jill Kovacevich

Focused training for your team's trial level is essential. Identify ways to build solid search work habits from ORT to Summit that do not inadvertently sacrifice your fundamentals.

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Train the Brain Webinar

Date: July 2nd at 4:00PM PT/5:00PM MT/7:00PM ET
Instructor: Jill Kovacevich

Your dog's odor memory and building solid odor recognition for you and your dog a must. Find multiple ways to train the brain of the dog and the handler to recognize the odor picture in front of your team.

Latest Releases

We are constantly adding to our expansive online Scent Work and dog training library.

See our latest releases, your dog will thank you!

LATEST RELEASES

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Course Packages

Interested in enrolling in several online courses?

Choose one of our popular packages or create a custom one to fit your needs.

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Webinar Packages

We have an extensive library of Scent Work webinars.

Order several at a discounted price. Choose from predesigned packages or design your own.

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SCENT WORK FOR BEGINNERS

LET'S GET STARTED

You've heard about Scent Work and are ready to dive in! But where to begin?

Never fear, we have the online Scent Work training solutions you need to get a solid start in this wonderful game!

Check them out below or see the entire program here.

Intro Webinar

What is Scent Work Webinar

Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

You've heard of Scent Work, but what is it? Should you give it a try with you dog? We think so! Learn why in this helpful introductory webinar.

Short Video

Quick Intro to Scent Work

Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

Are you intrigued by Scent Work and want to try out an exercise RIGHT NOW? Well then, this video is for you.

Foundation Sniffing Program

A Comprehensive Scent Work Glossary

Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

All the jargon, terms and lingo associated with Scent Work can be daunting for those new to activity. Learn what all this means in this easy-to-ready eBook!

Foundation Scent Work

Foundations: Building, Maintaining and Celebrating eBook

Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

Are you looking for ways to build and maintain solid foundational skills for you and your dog when it comes to Scent Work? Perhaps how to stay motivated to offer foundational searches throughout your entire sniffing journey? This eBook is for you!

Foundation Sniffing Program

Foundation: The Four Pillars of Nose Work Webinar

Instructor: Michael McManus

Without a solid foundation, you and your dog will falter in your Scent Work training and trialing goals. Learn what the four pillars of a solid foundation in Nose Work are in this webinar.

Foundation Sniffing Program

Introduction to Scent Work Course

Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

Teach your dog how fun the game of Scent Work really is by using the K9 Nose Work® training method hunting for primary.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING

★★★★★
You provide excellent helpful webinars - I am new in the sport and I am always learning thanks to you and my coach.
Raquel S.
Learning, an Moving On, from Trial Mishaps Webinar

I live in an area where there are no instructors in this sport. Learning how to help my dog problem solve and provide searches to build confidence was hugely beneficial in our training.
Darlene F.
Foundation: The Four Pillars of Nose Work Webinar

Everything! the enthusiasm from the instructor, detailed video and written instructions, didn't feel rushed through, makes me even more excited to continue with this program.
Leann S.
Introduction to Scent Work Course

I love the exercise plans and curriculum. The video feedback with the voice over is really nice.
Kathryn D.
Puppy Sniffing Outdoor Adventures Course

ADVANCED SCENT WORK

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS

Are you experienced in Scent Work? Been doing it for a while and looking to build more advanced skills?

Whether you are interested in trialing, are already competing or are just looking to take your Scent Work game to the next level, our talented instructors can help you with the following online Scent Work training programs.