06/18/2026
Nose Work Classes – Intro to Master Starting July 13th
Scent Work is an activity and competitive dog sport that mimics professional detection work such as search-and-rescue and contraband detection dogs. It allows dogs to use their natural instincts while providing incredible mental stimulation and building confidence.
Dogs experience the world through their noses, and Scent Work turns that instinct into a rewarding game. It teaches dogs to identify specific target odors and work with their handlers to locate and indicate where those odors are hidden.
Why try Scent Work?• Mental stimulation and problem solving• Builds confidence in shy or reactive dogs• Strengthens the bond between dog and handler• Suitable for dogs of all ages • Learn how environmental factors such as wind and humidity affect scent
Introduction to Scent Fridays at 7.30pm
Interested in getting started? Join our Introduction to Scent class beginning Friday, July 17th at 7:30 PM.
This class teaches your dog the foundations of odor recognition and discrimination between the different odors used in Scent Work.
Novice Scent Thursdays at 6pm
Already completed introductory scent classes? If your dog can discriminate between hot and cold targets, join our Novice Scent class on Thursdays at 6:00 PM.
Novice work introduces the main search elements,
Containers• Interior searches. Exterior searches. Vehicles
Both Introduction and Novice classes are held onsite at our club In the A/C
Advanced/Master Scent Mondays 6-7pm and 7.15-8.15pm
For handlers preparing for trials, our advanced classes are held on Mondays at various locations within a 10-mile radius of Merritt Island.
These offsite classes expose dogs to: Outdoor searching. Weather and environmental conditions• Wind and humidity chan• Distractions including people, food, and real-world environments
If weather conditions are unfavorable, alternate arrangements will be made.
Come join one of our Scent classes! We have several experienced instructors, including a judge, and can help train you and your dog from Introduction level all the way through Master level.
Registration opens for these classes on Monday July 6th at 9am
