Search Elements

As we are playing Scent Work with our dogs we will introduce them to a variety of search elements, each of which have their own special features and considerations.

These resources are focused on helping our dogs be successful in each of the search elements.

Search Elements
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    Trial Prep Program
    All About the Box; A Detailed Look at Container Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dana Zinn

    Containers have proven to be one of the most challenging elements in nose work for many teams. Find out why and how you may be more successful in this detailed webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    All About the Box: Part 2 Webinar
    Instructor: Dana Zinn

    In this webinar, Dana returns to discuss why container searches can vex so many teams, including discussing distractors and how to take the guesswork when tackling this search element.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Back to Foundations: Containers Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    We oftentimes hear the term, "go back to foundations" when it comes to training in Scent Work. Learn what this means, the benefits and how to go about it in this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Container Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you struggle with blind Container searches? Find out why false alerts occur and possible training solutions in this webinar.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Leveraging Containers for Life Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Did you know that you can introduce a whole array of odor puzzles and challenges simply using containers? We will do just that in this course!
    Trial Prep Program
    The Dog-Driven Container: The Why and The How Webinar
    Instructor: Michele Ellertson

    Learn how to train a dog-driven pattern as a way for the dog to find success and not frustration when tackling their container searches.
    Common Issues
    What's the Issue: Containers Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Is your dog struggling with their Container searches? Learn how to identify potential causes and create a flexible training plan in this webinar.
    General Trial Prep Program
    It's What’s Inside that Counts: A Study of Interior Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dana Zinn

    Interior searches can be tricky for many teams. Learn all the ins and outs, from hide placement to training and trialing Interiors with this webinar!
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Back to Foundations: Interiors Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Does your dog really understand how to tackle an interior search? Are their foundations solid? Learn how to tell and how to better leverage foundation Interior searches in this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Interior Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you struggle with blind Interior searches? Find out why false alerts occur and possible training solutions in this webinar.
    Intro to Odor Program
    Interiors and Field Trips with Birch Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Teach your dog to tackle more advanced interior and field trip searches as they hunt for Birch.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Interiors and Field Trips with Primary Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Have your dog tackle more advanced interior and field trip searches using the K9 Nose Work® training method.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Back to Foundations: Exteriors Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    It can be so easy to get swooped up into setting snazzy and flashy exterior searches but ensuring your dog has solid foundations is crucially important! Learn why and how to incorporate these foundation exercises into your routine with this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Exterior Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you struggle with blind Exterior searches? Find out why false alerts occur and possible training solutions in this webinar.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Exteriors and Vehicles with Primary Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Using the K9 Nose Work® training method, we will introduce your dog to two of the hardest search elements!
    Intro to Odor Program
    Exteriors and Vehicles with Birch Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Your dog will learn to tackle two of the hardest search elements as they hunt for Birch.
    Common Issues
    What's the Issue: Interiors Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    You and your dog have an issue with Interiors, resulting in false alerts, a diminishing of the dog's motivation and a general sense of frustration. What is the root cause? How can you go about fixing it? Learn how to better identify both in this webinar.
    Intro to Odor Program
    Exteriors and Field Trips with Birch Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Help your dog tackle more advanced exterior searches and field trips with this course!
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Exteriors and Field Trips with Primary Course
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Further build your dog's confidence and have them tackle field trip exterior searches with this course!
    Common Issues
    What's the Issue: Exteriors Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Are you and your dog struggling with Exterior searches and you do not know why?! In this webinar, we will outline ways you can assess the WHY and come up with the HOW in terms of a flexible training plan solution.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Back to Foundations: Vehicles Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Vehicle searches can be challenging for dog and handler alike. Ensuring your foundation is solid is the key to success. Learn why and how to implement helpful foundation exercises with this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Vehicle Searches Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you struggle with blind Vehicle searches? Find out why false alerts occur and possible training solutions in this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    The Dog-Driven Vehicle: The Why and How Webinar
    Instructor: Michele Ellertson

    Are you finding your dog is having a lack-luster response to searching vehicles? Learn how to build your dog's eagerness and determination to tackle their vehicle searches by making them dog-driven patterns in this webinar.
    Foundation Sniffing Program
    Perfect Patterns: Vehicles Course
    Instructor: Michael McManus

    This is a comprehensive course for anyone interested in learning how to train vehicle searches for nosework competitions or enrichment.
    Common Issues
    What's the Issue: Vehicles Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you and your dog find Vehicle searches challenging and frustrating? Figuring out WHY will help you better devise a training solution. We discuss how you can do just that in this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Buried Hides Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Do you struggle in the AKC Buried Class, calling false alerts left and right!? Find out why and ways to work on it in this webinar.
    Trial Prep Program
    Cause and Cure for False Alerts: Handler Discrimination Webinar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Are you calling false alerts when tackling the AKC Handler Discrimination class? Find out why and what to work on to avoid those false alerts in this webinar.
    Live Webinar
    You Can Do It Pup: Building Independence Webinar
    Date: May 1st at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Does your dog seemingly rely on you in their searches? Learn some techniques to help your dog be more independent, confident, resilient and tenacious in this webinar.
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