Discover Canine Nose Work NZ, the new fun search and scenting sport for all types of dogs.
What is Canine Nose Work NZ?
Canine Nose Work is a new fast growing search and scenting dog sport. Inspired by working Detection (Sniffer) dogs, it harnesses a dog’s natural ability to use his nose to find hidden scents.
Dogs just love it. The search becomes a fun ‘game’ for both the dog and the human. You can search with your dog almost anywhere you can take dogs – indoors, outdoors, and even vehicles.
Dogs start to search for treats or a toy. If you chose to take the ‘game’ further, you can transition to searching for a specific target odour. In New Zealand, these are currently Clove Bud oil (first) and Birch oil (second).
Courses are based on the international K9 Nose Work programme.
Upcoming courses
Canine Nose Work – Introduction to Nose Work
Dogs learn to search for hidden treats or a toy. Develop your dog's search skills and hunting drive.
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Why dogs and people love Nose Work
- It satisfies your dog’s natural instinct to use her nose
- Dogs easily burn mental and physical energy - provides a safe way to keep dogs fit and healthy
- No prior training or dog sport experience required easy-to-learn activities
- Suitable for virtually all dogs, even for socially challenged, shy and fearful, aging, or disabled dogs (dogs search one at a time)
- Builds confidence and focus in many dogs
- Strengthens bonds between you and your dog
- You can search almost anywhere without the need for equipment