ALERT K9 Scent Training

09/05/2024

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01/31/2024

Last chance to register for classes!

Started class is full, but I have room in Advanced. Elite will run the next set.

Just send me a message with your dog’s information, your email address and phone number and I will get you set up.

As stated below it’s $200 for all 11 weeks of instruction. If you would like just the online classes it is $100. If you are interested in just the in person classes please contact me.

STARTS THIS SATURDAY!!
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CLASSES ARE BACK!! Online only classes are also an option so please share with anyone you know might be interested!

ALERT K9 2024 Classes/Seminars - located at ALOHA K9 Training Facility

COST - $200 per dog for 11 weeks of instruction

Dates/Times-
February 3:
10-11 Beginner/Started
11-12 Advanced
12-1 Excellent/Elite

February 17, March 2, March 16, April 6: (these classes are 2 hours in length each)
10-12 Beginner/Started
12-2 Advanced

Weeks in between the in person classes - exercises and homework will be given on Saturdays via WhatsApp. You will record your sessions and post in the group and will receive instructions/tips and things to work on.

You will have the benefit of watching everyone else’s videos, as well as I will post my videos in there as well (if I do my homework 😬) and explain any difficulties I’m having and how I will work to solve them. So you will see everything from working with a very green dog (Gretyl) to 2 very experienced and titled dogs (Karma and Rookie).

All of these classes will cover everything from starting a dog, proofing exercises, handling, what to do when things go wrong (and they will haha just ask Karma 🤪) managing your search area, what to expect when you are trialling, what judges are looking for, and much more!

**When the weather starts to warm up, I will start to hold some additional outdoor classes so we you can learn how to manage an outdoor search. These classes will be more of a “drop in” type set up, and will be at a lower cost, usually $15 per session.

Contact Christina Legien to register at [email protected]
Or on Facebook by messenger.

11/03/2022

10/28/2021

****CLASSES****
All Classes are located in Regina, SK, run for 6 weeks and are $130.

Starting Sunday November 7th - 6:30pm - BEGINNER/STARTED level.
- this class is for dogs that have never done any scent work, OR maybe have done some basics but need to go back and solidify some foundations such as a formal alert and basic handling.

Starting Monday November 8th - 6:15pm - ADVANCED level.
- this class is for dogs that have some search experience with one or two hides. We will work on the formal alert, more handling skills and managing a search area. Please note - even more experienced dogs that need to work on foundations can attend this class.

Please contact me to register, space is limited.

10/28/2021

Hello smelly friends 🥰

This summer has been a busy one for ALERT K9!
We hosted our regular June and September trials and also just finished hosting the Boneyard Challenge last weekend. We had some great successes over the summer and of course some groaner, heartbreaking moments as well.

At our June trial, Rookie achieved his Elite title AND his MACH title in the same weekend. That was his first try at Elite and he handled the pressure amazing. We are now working towards his Elite Championship, and his MACH2.

At our September trial, Karma achieved her MACH2 title. She is only the 4th dog in Canada to earn this title. I am so proud of her, she did not miss a single hide all weekend.
Karma and I had been having some struggles in the last year prior to these trials and so I made the decision to not trial her in Elite. She bounced back like a champ and showed that she still has what it takes to earn her MACH2 ❤️❤️

***edited to add - Rookie also achieved his Games Championship at our September trial with his awesome partner Denali and my bestie Darla ❤️

Now we get back to work and to the basics to fine tune those things we need to clean up for next season! My next post will be about classes!! Stay tuned!

09/24/2021

Here is the premium and entry form for the Boneyard Challenge that is happening in Regina on October 24. Check out the Sporting Detection Dogs (SDDA) website for some video and more info about the Boneyard Challenge!

06/25/2021

NEW CLASSES!! Regina, SK

Starting Tuesday July 6th and run for **8 (yes eight 😜) weeks. This will take us to the week before my next trial which is September 3/4/5th. You will be ready to trial at the end of the class if you choose to.

Cost is $160 for 8 weeks.

Started - for dogs and/or handlers that have never done classes. 5:45 - 6:30pm

Advanced and Excellent - minimum 2 scents, moving into 3. ** Trial prep class**. This class will prepare you for the upcoming trial and troubleshoot any problems you are having.
6:45 - 8:00pm

Elite level classes upon request*

I am also offering online classes for those that are not in Regina. These classes went really well when we did them in the spring.
They are done through “WhatsApp”. Every Wednesday I will send you your homework and videos. Then you will complete the homework and return the videos back to me by the following Monday.

Online classes are $90 for 6 weeks. $120 if you want to do 8 weeks to take you up to the trial.

05/03/2021

I also offer online classes!!! Contact me for more information

05/03/2021

ALERT K9 is now offering trial prep classes.
My trial will be June 11/12/13 so we will run up until that trial.
Classes will start Tuesday May 11th and run for 5 weeks. Cost will be $100 for 5 weeks and all classes will be outdoors, at various locations.
**Due to Covid, I am not offering any indoor classes at this time, just to keep things simple.

Class time will depend on the level and I will advise when I have everyone registered.

04/09/2021

Just letting everyone know that my Scent Trial that was planned for May 7/8/9 is cancelled.
I do not have an alternate date as I cannot get a judge. I will post again when I have anything planned.

03/11/2021

Just wanted to update some info for people who are new to the page!

About the owner!

Christina has been training and competing in various Dogsports for over 25 years with many different breeds of dogs over the years. During this time she has also been teaching classes in obedience, flyball, agility, and most recently nosework.

Nosework is a fairly new sport, especially on the prairies. Christina’s German Shepherd Karma is the FIRST dog in Saskatchewan and Manitoba to achieve a Championship title, a MACH title AND an Elite title. Karma also has her Games Championship. Karma is still the only dog in Saskatchewan to hold a MACH title and an Elite title. Karma also has her ONYX award in flyball, her ADC and SGDC title in agility, and achieved her started, advanced and team titles in 2 weekends of rally trials.

Both of her other dogs (Rookie and Emma) also have their Championship titles in the SDDA, with Emma the border collie obtaining this at 13 1/2 years old. Emma is currently 17 1/2 years old and STILL does scenting!!

Rookie is also 2 Q’s away from his MACH title with the SDDA and is also a high level agility competitor, and is just a couple runs away from an ATCH. He also has his FMCH title in Flyball and loves herding!

Christina has the many years of experience and knowledge in all levels and venues of training and handling you need to help you reach your goals in the sport of nosework. When you are looking for an instructor you will want someone who has this experience with hundreds of dogs who can help you through any obstacles or situations that may arise in your training. Look at the resume of your desired instructor to determine what is right for you. How many dogs have they trained or trialed? How long have they been competing and instructing?

Others claim to be the best but the proof is in what you have accomplished.

If you want to be the best, you want to learn from the best.

Contact us today to sign up for the next set of classes. We are also offering online classes now!