Nose Work Mock Trial

Name: Nose Work Mock Trial
Start: 2026-03-07T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-07T15:00:00-05:00
Location: North Tonawanda, N.Y.

Schedule

Sat Mar 07 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

North Tonawanda, N.Y. | North Tonawanda, NY

🐾 NACSW-Style Mock Trial — All Levels Welcome!
Date: March 7th
Time: 9:00am starting with NW1; approx times for other levels will be sent that week.
Location: 168 Payne Ave, North Tonawanda
Ready to put your dog’s nose work skills to the test in a fun, supportive, real-trial environment? Join us for an NACSW-style Mock Trial designed for teams at ALL levels — from brand-new NW1 handlers to seasoned Elite competitors.
This is the perfect chance to:
✨ Build confidence in new trial dogs
✨ Work through your dog’s trial-day arousal in a structured setting
✨ Practice your handling under pressure
✨ Troubleshoot common trial challenges
✨ Get real-time feedback and coaching (optional)
✨ Have fun with your dog!
🔍 What’s Included
Search setups patterned after NACSW trial elements: Interior, exterior, container, and vehicle searches
All search setups will be designed by a CNWI with extensive Elite-level competition experience.
Clear rules and timed runs
Coaching during searches (optional)
NW1: 4 searches, NW2: 5 searches, NW3: 6 searches, Elite: 2 very large searches
*There will be stairs to / from some searches.
🧠 Great For
First-time trialers
Dogs preparing for NW1, NW2, NW3
Advanced teams prepping for Elite / Elite-style searches
Handlers wanting smoother call timing, better leash handling, or improved search plans
Dogs who need more field-trip exposure before entering trial environments
🐶 Dog Requirements
Dogs must be able to wait crated or in the car between runs
Reactive dogs welcome (we will manage spacing)
No prerequisites — all levels can participate!
*Dogs that may mark - please wear a belly band.
*If your dog has a very active alert, please keep in mind you’ll be responsible for paying for any damaged property.
💲 Cost
NW1: $30
NW2: $40
NW3: $50
Elite: $30

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📌 Spots Are Limited
We will keep numbers low to ensure each team gets quality search time and individualized attention. There will be 2 judges to keep things moving!
👉 Register here: www.dogologywny.com/classes
❄️ Snow date March 14 - because, Buffalo. We will reschedule for posted travel advisories in the immediate area. If you can not attend the snow date, you may ask for a refund less a $10 service fee.