Scentwork Workshop - Beginners and Foundations
Schedule
Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Arlington Court - National Trust | Barnstaple, EN
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Scentwork is one of the most natural and rewarding activities you can enjoy with your dog. Every dog has an incredible nose, and this workshop is designed to help you unlock its full potential. Whether you’re completely new to scentwork or want to revisit the all-important foundations, this is the perfect place to start.Over two hours, we’ll cover the core building blocks of scentwork:
Motivation – building excitement and drive to search using food or toys.
Independence – teaching your dog to problem-solve without constant direction.
Persistence & Duration – helping them keep searching even when the answer isn’t obvious.
Systematic Searching – introducing patterns so your dog learns to cover an area thoroughly.
Indication & Communication – learning how your dog tells you they’ve found something, and how to reward at source.
Handler Skills – timing, observation, and handling the lead so you can truly work as a team.
This workshop is suitable for all breeds and ages. You’ll work one at a time, ensuring every dog has the space and support they need. By the end, you’ll understand how to set up fun searches at home, how to read your dog’s body language, and most importantly — how to make scentwork a game your dog will love for life.
📍 Venue: Home Farm, Arlington Court, Barnstaple
⏰ Duration: 2 hours
🐾 Dogs: Groups of up to 4, working individually
Come along, build the foundations, and discover why scentwork is the ultimate activity for dogs of all kinds.
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Arlington Court - National Trust, Arlington Court, Arlington Court, Barnstaple, EX31 4, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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