Paws n' Sniff

01/09/2026

Is your new years goal to have more fun training your dog? Nosework could be the answer!

A new Intro to Nosework class is starting Tuesday 1/20 at 7pm at Let's Speak Dog in Plainfield Township PA.

Registration Link: https://letsspeakdog.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?cls=10

10/26/2025

Thank you to everyone who came put to play at the sniff n go today. Loved the halloween costumes.
Big thank you to our judges today Lynn Rhinesmith Rochelle Sanders Nicole Stocker Mitzi Kaiura Rita Jones and Patricia Gombocz and to those that helped with set up, clean up, registration and parking lot Diane Thompson Rita Jones Carolyn Oefelein .
i could not have done this without the help of a great crew.

for those that took video or photo please share in the comments so we can see all the costumes and smiles!!

10/23/2025

Volunteers needed for the upcoming trials on November 8 & 9 in Pine Grove PA. Free food and free scent work education. You learn so much by watching other dogs. Register: using the link: https://forms.gle/zbwFPCgErNhzmuq96

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Please complete the volunteer registration form. Contact Sarah Woodruff, [email protected] with any questions. List of Volunteer Jobs: Timer: uses a stop watch to time the dogs during a search. Judges Steward: greet and give competitors a brief reminder as they approach the search area. Assist th...

10/19/2025

Pop Up Sniff n Go. Sunday Oct 26 from 12-6.
Halloween themed, appropriate for dogs on odor at all levels. Costumes encouraged!

More details and registration via this link:

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10/08/2025

Kintnersville, PA NW1/L1C/L2I/L2E trials open tomorrow 10/8 at noon!

09/14/2025

New Intro to Nose Work classes are starting Thursday 9/18 at Let's Speak Dog in Easton, PA (Plainfield township)
6pm Intro to Nose Work for puppies (dogs under 1 year )
https://letsspeakdog.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=3296

7:15pm Intro to Nose Work for all dogs
https://letsspeakdog.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=3297

08/25/2025

Seminar Alert!
Register here:
https://PawsnSniff.as.me/?appointmentType=82366115

Scent Theory Seminar: Understanding the Canine Nose
Unlock the extraordinary world of canine scent detection in this seminar designed for dog trainers, handlers, scent work competitors, and enthusiasts. Explore the science behind your dog’s most powerful sense — smell — and learn how to harness it effectively in training, search work, and scent-based enrichment.
This seminar dives into:
• The anatomy and physiology of the canine olfactory system
• How dogs interpret and track scent trails
• Environmental factors that influence scent detection
• Scent theory applications in competition nosework / scent work

Led by CNWI, NACSW CO and Judge, and handler with the NJ Rescue & Recovery K-9 Unit, Donna Hreniuk, this seminar combines scientific theory with practical insights. Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding, you'll leave with tools to enhance your dog’s scent detection abilities and your own handling skills.

Format: Lecture + interactive discussion + live demonstrations
Location: Horseshoe Bend Park, Frenchtown, NJ
Date/Time: Saturday October 4th, 2pm
Pending Approval for CNWI CEU’s

08/05/2025

Saturday October 4th, NACSW sanctioned Odor Recognition test at Horseshoe Bend Park in Frenchtown NJ.

ORT IS FULL!! Now taking names for the waitlist: https://forms.gle/WiBhKgbYcnBy63pFA

07/26/2025

webinar alert!! Join Sue, Andrea and I as we talk about how to fine tune your odor eyes and why it is important to understand what your dog's body language is telling you about odor.
August 22
2pm US EDT
Registration is open.

Hide Placement Matters presents Developing Your Odor Eyes. This workshop will focus on handlers recognizing and responding to the changes of behavior their dogs exhibit when in odor. LIVE online event scheduled for Sunday, August 22 @ 2 pm.

05/04/2025

Photos are now available for the Kunkletown PA NW3/L3E/ELT-S trials.
Thanks to Luis at Foggytop for all the great shots!

Foggytop, Rescue, Photography, Competition

05/04/2025

Workshop Alert! Sunday May 11, 2025
Workshop with CNWI, CO and Judge Jessica Miller at Camp Havaya, 108 Rabbi Jeff Way, South Sterling, PA
Great for teams of all levels. Dogs should be on odor. 10 working teams - $175 (means you will work your dog), unlimited auditors $75 (means you are observing and not bringing a dog).
Description:
This coaching day will focus on helping handlers better understand the overall odor picture and how they can more efficiently interpret their dog's behavior by anticipating how the odor may react to airflow and the environment. If you've ever set a hide and wondered why it didn't work the way you thought, this coaching day is for you. We will discuss different aspects of the search environment, how to plan practice searches that better prepare your dogs for different airflow/environmental scenarios and cover how you can use this knowledge to make quicker assessments of your dog's behavior on your trial days and how to make a plan to cover your search area most efficiently.

The day will begin with a short seminar on how airflow and environmental affects the odor picture and will continue with multiple coached set ups that help you put this new knowledge into practice! Giving handlers knowledge to make better assessments under pressure and how to set better hides in practice for better training!

Sunday May 11 Airflow & Environment Workshop with Jessica Miller:
https://PawsnSniff.as.me/?appointmentType=category:Workshop

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04/14/2025

Big thank you to everyone who came out to do some sniffing and crafts. Thanks to Adrienne, Rochelle, and Pat for judging and to Buffy & Beth for opening the studio to our pups.