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Let's Talk Reactive Dogs and Scent Work

One of the many wonderful aspects of Scent Work is how it is a benefical activity for so many categories of dogs, including reactive dogs. In this episode, we have the privilege to speak with Christina Young of Positive Dog https://positive.dog/, a certified dog behavior consultant with IAABC and PPG, about playing the Scent Work game with reactive dogs. Learn more about Christina: Positive Dog Website https://positive.dog/ Leash Reactivity: Make Walks Fun Again Webinar https://positivedog.thinkific.com/courses/leash-reactivity Primary, Paired and Odor Hides: Choosing the Hide for the Training Challenge Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/primary-paired-odor-hides-webinar offered through Scent Work University REACTIVE DOG RESOURCES THROUGH SCENT WORK UNIVERSITY __ __ Speakers: __ __ ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. https://www.scentworku.com/blogs/all-about-scent-work-podcast/ep-110-lets-talk-reactive-dogs-and-scent-work Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #reactivedogs #sensitivedogs #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity  

37m
Mar 29
Retiring a Dog from Nose Work

Whether it be due to old age, injuries, illness or simply not wanting to play the game anymore, we may find ourselves faced with the prospect of retiring our dogs from Nose Work. In this episode, we speak with Lori Timberlake of Do Over Dog Training https://www.dooverdogtraining.com/ about her personal journey with her senior girl Daisy who, while still full of spice and vinegar, made it clear she much preferred romps in the woods over playing Nose Work.  We are so incredibly thankful to Lori for sharing her story, the emotions she has gone through, the options she weighed and more. Doing so may help others who are in a similar situation better navigate their journey to make the best decision for them and their dogs. Lori is an amazing Nose Work instructor, trial official, trial host and competitor. Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ has been incredibly fortunate to host Lori for a variety of online courses, seminars, webinars and eBooks. Check out a few of her offerings here: TRAINING AND TRIALING IN NOSE WORK All-Level Trial Prep Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/all-level-trial-prep-webinar All-Level NACSW Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/all-level-nacsw-trial-prep-course Covering the Search Area Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/covering-the-search-area-webinar Elevated Hides for the Vertically Challenged Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/elevated-hides-for-the-vertically-challenged-webinar NACSW: Odor Recognition Prep (ORT) Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/nacsw-odor-recognition-prep-ort-course NACSW: NW1 Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/nw1-trial-prep-course NACSW: NW2 Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/nw2-trial-prep NACSW: NW3 Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/nw3-trial-prep-course Skill Building for Elevated Hides Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/skill-building-for-elevated-hides-course Start Lines: From Beginning to End Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/start-lines-from-beginning-to-end-webinar BEING A TRIAL HOST Hosting Scent Work Trials eBook https://www.scentworku.com/products/hosting-scent-work-trials-ebook-1 How to Run Mock ORT & Trials Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/products/how-to-run-csw-test-prep-classes-mock-ort-trials-webinar BEING A NOSE WORK INSTRUCTOR Setting Up Your Training Space for All Dogs Seminar Module https://www.scentworku.com/products/setting-up-your-training-space-for-all-dogs-seminar-module Are you looking for another activity to do with your pup? Definitely check out Canine Parkour! Lori has an excellent program you and your dog will love through Pet Dog U https://petdogu.com/. Intro to Canine Parkour Course https://petdogu.com/products/intro-to-canine-parkour-course Intermediate Canine Parkour I Course https://petdogu.com/products/intermediate-canine-parkour-course Speakers: Dianna L. Santos Lori Timberlake ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. https://www.scentworku.com/blogs/all-about-scent-work-podcast/ep-109-retiring-a-dog-from-nose-work Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #retiringfromnosework #retiringfromscentwork #listentingtothedog #givethedogavote #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

42m
Mar 22
Tale of Squeezing in a Training Session

We are all incredibly busy, fluttering around doing a million things at once. How often have you found yourself trying to squeeze in a Scent Work training session? "I've got a few minutes...let's do a quick search!" In this episode, Dianna explains how one such "I can do this quick!" training session went completely off the rails, how breathing and staying mindful would have been a far better solution yet the learning she was able to walk away with.  Want to learn more about the new Let's Get Inspired: Creative Search Areas offering? You can here! https://www.scentworku.com/products/lets-get-inspired-creative-search-areas Other links: What a Pair odor vessel accessory https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090710373004 Cirrus Wind Indicator https://www.amazon.com/Cirrus-Wind-Indicator-Rechargeable-Replacement/dp/B07MPT2RPF?ref_=ast_sto_dp Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- TRANSCRIPT Read the full transcript here. https://www.scentworku.com/blogs/all-about-scent-work-podcast/tale-of-squeezing-in-a-training-session Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #trainingsession #hideplacement #mindfultraining #understandingodor #creativesearches #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

19m
Mar 15
Take Time to Understand Odor

Regardless of why we are playing Scent Work or what our goals are, we should take time to better understand odor, odor theory and hide placement. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of better understanding these concepts and how doing so can ensure our dogs to have more successful repetitions in their Scent Work training sessions. Looking to learn more about odor theory and hide placement? Check out these resources: __ __ Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #odortheory #hideplacement #understandingodor #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

16m
Mar 08
Embracing the Grey

Dealing with absolutes is riddled with issues. Yet it is far too common for statements containing "always" and "never" to be thrown around when discussing Scent Work. Black and white type thinking can be problematic to stay the very least. In this episode, we delve into the importance of embracing the grey to take into account all the variables including the dog, handler, team, search area, environmental factors and more. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #groupclasses #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

26m
Mar 01
Group Classes and Customization

Handlers should absolutely advocate for their dogs. They know their dogs best and will be the ones who will decide the short-term and long-term goals for themselves, their dog and their team as a unit. Handlers working with an instructor should view this professional as an integral part of the team. These professionals can ensure all these goals are met, avoid common pitfalls or course correct if necessary. However, doing so can be complicated in a group class setting depending on the circumstances, particularly when we are talking about Scent Work. In this episode, we discuss why this may be, the logistical realities of group classes and how supplementing attending class with private sessions or virtual training may offer better results. At the end of the day, communication is key and recognizing that instructors and professional trainers are devoted to helping their human and clients succeed. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #groupclasses #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

27m
Feb 23
Issues with Success

As we are training and trialing in Scent Work, we will start accumulating successes. However, we should evaluate these successes objectively and honestly, otherwise we can start experiencing some issues. In this episode, we discuss why this type of honest assessment is crucially important to ensure the future progression of ourselves and our dogs as we continue to play the sniffing game. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #successinscentwork #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

35m
Feb 17
Instructors: The Pain of Growth

Being a Scent Work instructor is an honor and a privilege. You devote countless hours learning and honing your craft, perfecting it with your own dogs and then transferring that knowledge to your clients. Those clients then go on to play the wonderful sniffing game, having successes and a blast doing so. However, to be an effective teacher requires one also be a student, someone open to learning new information, approaches and perspectives. The issue? There may come a point in time when this seemingly runs in conflict with your current approaches, program or curriculum! In this episode, we discuss how painful it can be for Scent Work instructors to grow and adjust their training approaches, lessons and curriculum. The possible professional ramifications. The emotional toll. How it may cause you to second guess your worth as an instructor and trainer! While growth can indeed be painful, even eliciting powerful emotional responses, growing as a Scent Work instructor is a GOOD thing and DOES NOT mean one was bad, unknowledgeable or worthless before said growth. One such newer resource that can help you further grow as an instructor is the book authored by Sue Sternberg and Dana Zinn: The Dog-Driven Search: Handling Our Nose Work Dogs to Promote Independence, Joy, and Enthusiasm https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Driven-Search-Handling-Independence-Enthusiasm/dp/B0CQSF9LXY This is the first installment for our new Scent Work instructor-focused podcast series. We look forward to sharing interviews with fellow colleagues about their training journeys, their experience as an instructor and much more. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #scentworkinstructor #noseworkinstructor #dogtraininginstructor #growthisgood #growthcanbepainful #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

44m
Feb 10
There's More to Sniffing Success

When it comes to Scent Work, we work to to ensure our dog has solid odor recognition, that they find their hides valuable and are able to competently solve odor puzzles and source their hides both efficiently and effectively. However, to truly be successful, our dogs must also master a myriad of other skills which have nothing at all to do with searching. In this episode, we delve into this topic, providing a few examples of the types of skills oftentimes brushed aside as unimportant when in truth they may be pivotal for the dog's or team's overall success. A few of the resources you may want to look into to broaden your dog's skillset include: __ __ Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #skillsmatter #notjustabouthides #scentwork #nosework #scentworkpodcast #noseworkpodcast #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

43m
Feb 04
Cyber Scent Work: Games, Evaluators, Oh My!

In this episode, we discuss Cyber Scent Work and some of the changes, updates and new offerings including the launch of the Cyber Sniffing Games Program, the revamped Traditional Cyber Scent Work Program as well as introducing in-person assessments with the new Evaluator Program. YAY! To learn more, be certain to check out: Cyber Scent Work website https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ Cyber Sniffing Games Program https://www.cyberscentwork.com/cyber-sniffing-games Traditional Cyber Scent Work Program https://www.cyberscentwork.com/traditional-cyber-scent-work Evaluator Program https://www.cyberscentwork.com/evaluator-program If you have any questions or would like to learn more, contact Dianna directly at dianna@cyberscentwork.com. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #cyberscentwork #cybersniffinggames #traditionalcyberscentwork #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

19m
Oct 13, 2023
Let’s Talk Odor with Amy Herot and Jill Marie O’Brien

For our 100th episode, we have the distinct privilege of speaking with the Co-Founders of NACSW https://nacsw.net/, Amy Herot and Jill Marie O'Brien about all things odor, K9 Nose Work, training, trialing and more. ----more---- Speakers: __ __ Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #nacsw #k9nosework #amyherot #jillmarieobrien #odor #competing #training #scentworkinstructors #noseworkinstructors #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

50m
Sep 22, 2023
Run on All Cylinders...Or Maybe Not

Are you going a million miles a minute when it comes to Scent Work? Doing all the training, learning, trialing possible, essentially all the things all the time? Or, do you feel as though MUST do all the things all the time to be a "good" Scent Work handler, instructor, trainer or trial official? In this episode, we discuss the potential issues of doing too much for too long, lacking balance in your life and how it is NOT necessary to meet some arbitrary metric when it comes to playing Scent Work. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #scentworkinstructors #noseworkinstructors #instructorfeedback #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

29m
Aug 19, 2023
Instructors: Clients Cannot Live Inside Bubbles

As Scent Work Instructors, given our learning, background and expertise, we oftentimes have a fairly solid grasp for how a sniffy journey may go, common pitfalls teams may fall into and ways to avoid those pitfalls. Our desire is to help guide our clients to have the smoothest and most successful journey possible. However, some learning can only be obtained by doing. In this episode, Dianna discusses how challenging it can be for instructors to thread this needle. While we want to guide our clients along their journey, we must simultaenously recognize it may be necessary for our client to experience something firsthand to truly absorb the information or obtain the requisite skills. Essentially, while instructors may have the best of intentions, placing clients into bubbles is oftentimes not the best option and could actually hinder their progression and growth. Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #scentworkinstructors #noseworkinstructors #instructorfeedback #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

36m
Aug 19, 2023
It Depends: Missed a Hide in Training

"It depends", one of the most common responses Scent Work instructors will give regarding what to do when a dog misses a hide in training. While this may be met with frustration and consternation from our clients, there is good reason for it. Solutions are NOT one-size-fits all. There are a multitude of factors which may result in drastically different approaches being implemented for the best outcome. In this episode, we discuss a few scenarios where a dog missed a hide in training in an attempt to illustrate why "It depends" actually makes sense and how handlers can reframe how they think, and emotionally react to, their dog missing a hide. ----more---- Speaker: Dianna L. Santos   Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #missedahide #missedatraininghide #itdepends #instructorfeedback #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

30m
Aug 14, 2023
Sniffing Puppies are Still Puppies

Watching baby puppies tackle a Scent Work search is endearing to say the very least. We can easily get swept away by how amazing these tiny little babies are at solving their searches. Before we know it, we are offering more and more challenging searches for them to tackle. However, we must remember that they are indeed babies, not simply small adult dogs.  In this episode, we discuss how it is fantastic to play Scent Work with our puppies. However, doing so requires that we set appropriate challenges for them. Thus, we must take our time and avoid the allure the rush. We also discus how crucial it is to take into account their age and stage of development. The key message with this episode is to relish the time with our puppies and ensure whatever we are doing with them is FUN! Are you looking to get your puppy started in Scent Work? Check out our Puppy Sniffing Program today! https://www.scentworku.com/collections/puppy-sniffing-program Speaker: Dianna L. Santos ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in other dog sports, helping a new dog or puppy learn the ropes to be more successful at home and when out and about? Check out Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, mini-webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #puppyscentwork #sniffingpuppies #puppies #puppy #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

16m
Aug 05, 2023
Instructor Talk: Train Dirty

In this episode, we speak with Lori Timberlake of Do Over Dog Training https://www.dooverdogtraining.com/ regarding one of her favorite topics: training dirty in Scent Work. This discussion highlights the power of this training approach, how and when teams should incorporate these concepts and clearing up any misconceptions regarding how this may differ from the proper handling of our odor training aids. This is an excellent discussion which will benefit all dog and handlers teams, especially those who are competing and are perhaps concerned of how they will deal with both the planned and unplanned distractors they may encounter at a trial. You can also work directly with Lori, incorporating the training dirty concept into your routine by enrolling in her All-Level NACSW™ Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/products/all-level-nacsw-trial-prep-course. Additionally, you may schedule a private Zoom consultation https://www.scentworku.com/products/private-scent-work-consultation-lori-timberlake with Lori or submit either a training or trialing video for her to review https://www.scentworku.com/products/scent-work-video-review-lori-timberlake. Clients have raved about the personalized feedback they receive from Lori. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #trainingdirty #loritimberlake #dooverdogtraining #nacsw #akcscentwork #nw3 #elite #summit #ort #nw1 #nw2 #detective #akcmaster #akcdetective #uscss #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

54m
Jul 07, 2023
All-Level Trial Prep...SAY WHAT?!

A common approach teams take when they are prepping for a Scent Work trial is to focus on the requirements for a given level. However, that oftentimes means teams are solely obsessing about tackling super difficult searches in the upper levels whereas newer teams are holding off on introducing key concepts until much later in their training journey. This can be problematic. Enter all-level trial prep as an alternative approach!   In this episode, we speak with Lori Timberlake of Do Over Dog Training https://www.dooverdogtraining.com/ about the more holistic approach she takes in her in-person training classes and how she is translating this into a new webinar and online course she is offering through Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/.   The beauty of this approach is that it can help EVERYONE! Obviously, teams of all levels of expertise can benefit, but even those teams who are NOT interested in competing can find value in this webinar and course, learning how to design more thoughtful practice sessions. Furthermore, instructors may glean some ideas and inspiration which can then bolster their own programs. Thus, this webinar and course are both fantastic learning opportunities for everyone!   Learn more about the All-Level Trial Prep Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/All-Level-Trial-Prep-Webinar and the All Level NACSW™ Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/all-level-nacsw-trial-prep, you and your dog will be happy you did! Additionally, look into scheduling either a Zoom consultation https://onlinedogu.com/products/private-scent-work-consultation-lori-timberlakeor submitting a training to trialing video to Lori to review https://onlinedogu.com/products/scent-work-video-review-lori-timberlake and provide her feedback on. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #allleveltrialprep #loritimberlake #dooverdogtraining #nacsw #akcscentwork #nw3 #elite #summit #ort #nw1 #nw2 #detective #akcmaster #uscss #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #scentworkwebinar #noseworkwebinar #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #virtualscentwork #virtualnosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity  

36m
Apr 21, 2023
AKC Buried...AHHHH!

The AKC Scent Work Buried Class can be a BEAR for dogs and handlers alike! In this episode, AKC Scent Work Judge, professional instructor and accomplished competitor, Natalie McManus, will outline some of the reasons for this and ways handlers can better approach the Buried class. Doing so will help this class make more sense to the dogs and thus allow teams to more successful. Want to learn more from Natalie specifically on how to succeed in the AKC Buried Class? Check out her AKC: Working Water Hides Course https://onlinedogu.com/products/akc-working-water-hides-course! Have a more specific need to something you or your dog are struggling with? Natalie offers her Handler's Choice Course https://onlinedogu.com/products/handlers-choice, where you may partner with her to address what YOUR team needs. Additionally, her Scent Study Buddy Program https://onlinedogu.com/products/scent-study-buddy-month-one will offer monthly themes for your team to tackle, such a field trip searches, focusing on containers and more. You may also submit training or trialing videos https://onlinedogu.com/products/scent-work-video-review-natalie-mcmanus for Natalie to review and provide her feedback on or schedule a virtual Zoom consultation https://onlinedogu.com/products/private-scent-work-consultation-natalie-mcmanus with her. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #akcburied #akcscentwork #nataliemcmanus #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

34m
Apr 15, 2023
Do All the Sniffy Things

We are incredibly fortunate in that there is a slew of dog sport activities that all focus on our dogs tapping into their wonderful sense of smell. In this episode, Dianna discusses how we should be leveraging all of these sniffy possibilities, since doing so can actually improve our dog's Scent Work game as well.  ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #doallthesniffythings #barnhunt #scentedarticles #shedhunt #nasda #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

22m
Mar 25, 2023
Find Mine: Handler Discrimination

When it comes to handler discrimination, it common for handlers to become frustrated and for dogs to be confused of what game they are supposed to be playing. Why does this happen? We discuss some of the common reasons in this podcast episode. Interested in getting started in Handler Discrimination? Check out the online Handler Discrimination course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/akc%3A-handler-discrimination we offer through Scent Work University. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #handlerdiscrimination #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

19m
Mar 18, 2023
Instructor Talk: Leveraging Primary

It is common for Scent Work handlers to want to get off training primary as quickly as possible. "We want to hunt for the real stuff!" However, there are ways to fully leverage hunting for primary to help solidify crucial skills that will serve you and your dog well into your sniffing careers. In this podcast episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Judith Guthrie about how she uses primary and the general process one may use to transition from primary, or pairing, to hunting for a novel target odor alone, considerations to keep in mind and more. Judith brings a breadth of knowledge to this topic, especially considering the fact she wears so hats in the Scent Work realm, both as a professional detection dog trainer and handler, an approved Scent Work trial official, professional instructor and mentor as well as an accomplished competitor in her own right!  With that in mind, we are thrilled to have Judith share her expertise with our clients. Be certain to check out her upcoming offerings: More Than Odor: Environmental Considerations Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/More-Than-Odor-Webinar USCSS: It's Game Time! Trial Prep Course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/uscss-game-course You may also be interested in the Hunting for Primary: Tips and Tricks Webinar with Dianna L. Santos https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Hunting-Primary-Webinar. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #huntingforprimary #judithguthrie #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

37m
Mar 04, 2023
Spotlight: Barbara Deg and Scentsitive Soul Program

In this podcast episode, Dianna has the privilege of speaking with Barbara Deg of Front N'Scenter Animal Behavior & Consulting regarding her new Scentsitive Soul Program designed to help dogs with big feelings by leveraging the power of Scent Work. Learn more about Barbara and her program: Online platform for Scentsitive Soul Program and related services https://frontnscenter.getlearnworlds.com/ Front N'Scenter Animal Behavior & Consulting website https://frontnscenter.com/ Facebook Page: Front N'Scenter Animal Behavior & Consulting https://www.facebook.com/frontnscenter ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #scentsitivesoul #animalbehavior #behaviorconsultation #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity ----more----

27m
Feb 10, 2023
Interiors: Interesting or Infuriating?

In this podcast episode, Dianna discusses the final traditional search element of Interior searches and how they are oftentimes tackled as a "stuff" search instead of an interior search. Are you leveraging these interesting and exciting search elements to their full potential? Find out in this episode! Does your dog struggle with slippery floors? You are in luck! Kayla Dever and Samantha Winslow will be presenting a webinar outlining solutions you can try. Be sure check out their The Floor is Lava Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Floor-is-Lava-Webinar. Does your dog have a tendency to blow through threshold hides? Michele Ellertson has put together an outstanding training plan that addresses this very problem. Order the replay for her Threshold Hides: From Terrible to Terrific Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Threshold-Hides-Webinar and marvel at the step-by-step training plan that will allow you and your dog to ace threshold hides going forward. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #interiors #interiorsearches #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

22m
Feb 05, 2023
Exteriors: Exciting or Excruciating

As we embark on our Scent Work training journey, the prospect of tackling exterior searches with our dogs can be incredibly exciting! However, as we progress along our sniffing journey, we may find the challenges thrown at us by the environment become too much to deal with! Suddenly, exterior searches morph from this exciting venture to something that is excruciatingly painful and fraught with countless pitfalls! In this podcast episode, Dianna discusses why this happens and how we, as handlers and trainers, may adjust our outlook to reinvigorate our love and appreciation for this challenging search element. You may be interested in checking out these resources focused solely on tackling exterior searches: Conquering the Environment in Scent Work Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Conquering-Environment-Scent-Work-Webinar Exteriors and Field Trips with Primary Course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/exteriors-and-field-trips-with-primary Exteriors and Field Trips with Birch Course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/exteriors-and-vehicles-with-birch We have also been incredibly fortunate to host a slew of highly talented instructors as of late, be certain to check them all out: All About the Box: A Detailed Look at Container Searches Webinar https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/All-About-the-Box-Webinar and All About the Box: Part 2 Webinar with Dana Zinn https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/All-About-the-Box-Part-2-Webinar Threshold Hides: From Terrible to Terrific Webinar with Michele Ellertson https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Threshold-Hides-Webinar Fearless Open Areas with Confidence Webinar with Judith Guthrie https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Open-Areas-Webinar Odor Concentrations Webinar with Judith Guthrie https://www.scentworku.com/webinars/Odor-Concentrations-Webinar ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #exteriors #exteriorsearches #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

26m
Jan 28, 2023
Who Needs Vehicle Searches Anyways?!

Have you ever questioned why people even bother doing vehicle searches? Are they a search element you simply do not practice or train? In this podcast episode, Dianna will discuss how fun vehicle searches can be, how they can be an excellent learning opportunity for dog and handler alike and why everyone should give them a try! Intrigued? Be certain to check out Michael McManus' Perfect Patterns: Vehicles Course https://www.scentworku.com/course-index/perfect-patterns%3A-vehicles. You may also be inspired by some of the challenges posed in these eBooks: __ __ Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #vehicles #vehiclesearches #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

18m
Jan 20, 2023
Eww...Containers!

Do you DESPISE containers? Are they dumb, boring and your least favorite search element ever? You are not alone apparently! There is rather large contingency within the Scent Work community who are not fans of Container searches. In this episode, Dianna will do her very best to try to make the case FOR Containers, describing how valuable of a learning tool they can be and attempt to inspire listeners to give this search element another chance. ----more---- Intrigued? Be certain to check out these resources to take an even deeper dive into all things Container-related: __ __ You may also be inspired by some of the challenges posed in these eBooks: __ __ ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. Our online courses https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-courses, seminars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-seminars, webinars https://onlinedogu.com/collections/online-webinars and eBooks https://onlinedogu.com/collections/ebooks are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Are you interested in competing in Scent Work? Give virtual trialing a try! Check out Cyber Scent Work, Inc. https://www.cyberscentwork.com/ where not only may you earn qualifying scores, titles and ribbons, you may also receive training feedback from our incredibly talented and experienced Review Officials. Submit your video entry today https://www.cyberscentwork.com/. Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #containers #containersearches #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

15m
Jan 14, 2023
Why the Why Matters

When we are training, trialing or making decisions about our sniffing journey, we oftentimes solely focus on the "how". In this podcast episode, discover the importance of understanding the "why". ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. SWU courses, seminars, webinars and eBook are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #whythewhymatters #whatisyourwhy #notjustaboutthehow #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

23m
Jan 07, 2023
Messy Human Expectations

Your dog is tackling a search and you just don't think they are going about it the right way. They are coming off the containers or vehicles, or perhaps they are attempting to go outside the barrier cones for an exterior search. Silly dog, you think to yourself, as you step in to direct them, illustrating the "right" way to go about searching this space. In this episode, we discuss how our human expectations can inject unnecessary conflict into our Scent Work searches. Basically, how it is oftentimes best to simply trust the dog, as they can actually interact with and experience the odor we've tasked them to find. However, ceding this control and offering this trust can be exceedingly difficult and challenging for handlers, especially when the dog's choices in the space directly counter the handler's human expectations. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. SWU courses, seminars, webinars and eBook are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #messyhumanexpectations #trustyourdog #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

19m
Nov 12, 2022
Senior Dogs and Tough Choices

Owning a senior dog means you must make some tough choices. This includes what activities you choose to do together. How to keep their age-related limitations in mind while still maximizing on the time you have together. In this episode, we discuss Scent Work-specific considerations. This is a sensitive and emotional subject. These decisions must be individualized and customized. There are no right or wrong answers. As long handlers are mindful and thoughtful in their decisions, including an honest assessment of how the dog is faring, then all is good. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. SWU courses, seminars, webinars and eBook are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #seniordogs #seniorsniffers #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

20m
Nov 05, 2022
Being Tough v Reality

We've all heard how important it is "rise to the occasion" or to "meet the challenge head-on" or "anything worthwhile requires hard work" and so on. Essentially, if you hope to achieve anything, you must be ready and willing to put in the time and effort required. The same applies to Scent Work. Eyeing the upper levels of competition? Better be ready to toughen up and put that time in! Your dog must toughen up too. Scent Work trials notoriously throw curveballs at teams all the time. Want to succeed? Better train your dog to be ready to deal with whatever life wants to throw at them! These concepts of "toughening up" to face the challenges of life have merit but are incomplete. They assume everyone is at a place right now where they CAN give more. This premise doesn't account for the fact that handlers, and dogs, may simply be incapable of "giving it their all", because they already are. There is simply nothing left in the tank. Even worse, pushing more could spell disaster for them individually and as a team. In this episode, we discuss the importance of being realistic in assessing what is going on at both ends of the leash before embarking on a "we'll suck it up 'till we get what we want" adventure. How being more pragmatic and flexible may be the better path to take. ----more---- Scent Work University https://www.scentworku.com/ is an online dog training platform focused on all things Scent Work. SWU courses, seminars, webinars and eBook are not only for those who are interested in competition, but also for those dog owners who are simply looking for something fun and engaging to do with their dogs. Check out Scent Work University today! Interested in another dog sport? Dog Sport University https://www.dogsportu.com/ is sister online dog training platform, give it a peek and see what it has to offer you and your dog. Want to help your dog in the manner department? Maybe you have a new puppy? Check out our newest online dog training platform, Pet Dog U https://www.petdogu.com/, where we offer online dog training courses, webinars, seminars as well as a regularly updated blog and podcast for all of your dog training needs! #allaboutscentworkpodcast #suckitup #berealistic #scentwork #nosework #scentworktraining #noseworktraining #scentworktrialing #noseworktrialing #onlinescentwork #onlinenosework #scentworku #scentworkuniversity

22m
Oct 28, 2022