What is scent work & why is it the best way to build my dog's confidence?
A dog's nose is their most powerful sense, so powerful that dogs can sniff out cancer, avalanche victims, & low blood sugar. And because their noses are so powerful, sniffing is something dogs are GOOD at. That's what makes scent work games, games that involve your dog sniffing out good things like treats, so effective at building dogs' curiosity & confidence. Success nurtures confidence, & in my 15 years of working with fearful dogs, I haven't found anything better for teaching fearful dogs how to "be a dog."
Does any of this sound familiar?
☑️ Your dog is afraid of everything & spends a lot of time in their "safe space"
☑️ Your dog won't take treats or engage with you outdoors
☑️ It seems like it's always 1 step forward, 2 steps back
☑️ You've bought plenty of toys, but your dog just isn't interested
☑️ You want your dog to live a full, happy life, but you're not sure how to make it happen
If any of this describes you & your dog, the Scent Work for Fearful Dogs Kickstart is for you.
Hi, I'm Kelly.
Helping fearful dogs gain confidence & live more joyful lives is a topic near & dear to my heart.
I've been working with fearful dogs for over 15 years, & I thought I'd seen it all. But when I brought home my little Pancake, a terrified, anti-social, untouchable dog, I was overwhelmed. When I realized how little good information there was out there to help dogs like Pancake, I decided that supporting dog parents who've chosen to love these special pups was my calling.
Years of love & careful training (& scent work!) later, Pancake is now a happy, cuddly little guy who hikes with his doggy sister every day.
There's no quick fix for fear, but I promise, there is nothing that fills your heart up more than seeing your previously terrified dog start to find joy in life, with your help.
My dog Skye is cautious and suspicious in new situations so I loved the way Kelly’s course started with the basics and then added complexity when the dog was ready. She had so many good suggestions for adapting the steps in the course to fit Skye’s temperament.
-Skye's mom
Scent Work for Fearful Dogs Kickstart
Everything you need to get started building your fearful dog's confidence today👇
⏰Save time & minimize stress by following step-by-step scent work game instructions specifically developed for & tested with fearful dogs like yours.
This was such a fun class. Echo loved having to hunt for her treats. Would highly recommend this class. I learned some useful tools to help my fearful dog to get more comfortable.
-Echo's mom
Here's what's included:
7 core content video lessons ($100 value)
Get started right away with short (2-5 minutes), easy-to-follow lessons on:
- Setting up your very first scent work game
- What to do if your dog struggles with the 1st step
- How to make changes to your dog's scent games without scaring or frustrating them
- 4 ways to challenge your dog as they grow in confidence
BONUS video lessons ($57 value)
Get the most out of your scent work with 3 bonus lessons:
- How to video your dog's scent work so you can review & plan before the next session
- How to start generalizing scent work games (& your dog's newfound confidence!) to different locations
- How to adjust Scent Work Kickstart for visually impaired dogs
BONUS: Scent work coaching videos ($47 value)
Watch past (live course version) students get feedback:
- Troubleshooting with a shy dog who was having trouble getting started
- Suggestions to increase a beginner dog's success at finding hides in certain problem areas
- Brainstorming how to challenge a more advanced student in her next session
BONUS Printable pdfs: Scent Work Session Worksheet & Quick Reference pdf of all steps ($24 value)
Track your dog's progress & struggles in each scent work session:
- Note important details that might affect your dog's success
- Track how many treats you hid, & how many your dog found
- Sketch out the search area, & mark problem spots to avoid or work on in future sessions
- Note total search time- is your dog getting faster?
AND...
Keep a printable quick reference sheet with you, complete with graphics, as your dog works through the steps.
Scent Work Kickstart is perfect for you if:
- Your dog has many fears & anxieties
- Your dog is afraid or hesitant to explore your house or yard
- You're looking for ways to bring more joy & physical & mental exercise into your dog's life
- Your dog hasn't done any scent work or Nose Work previously
- Your dog doesn't already easily play complex searching games
If this describes your dog, then the Scent Work for Fearful Dogs Kickstart is right for you.
Scent Work Kickstart is NOT right for you if:
- Your dog has already taken formal in-person classes in scent work or Nose Work & found them easy
- You already play complex searching games with your dog at home & outdoors, & they're un-stumpable, no matter where you hide treats
- Your dog isn't particularly anxious or fearful
If this describes your dog, then the Scent Work for Fearful Dogs Kickstart will likely be too easy for them. If you're not sure, shoot me an email at info@dogkindtraning.com & I'll help you decide.
Have questions?
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