Online Courses

Designed to mimic in-person training classes, our online courses consist of multiple lessons utilizing a combination of narration, video examples and downloadable handouts.

Enjoy continual access once you enroll. Go through the material as often as you like and when it works best for you.

Looking for something more focused on a particular topic? Check out our webinars.

WEBINARS
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Student Courses - Starts on October 5th

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NACSW
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NACSW: NW3 Trial Prep Course (Student) Instructor Lori Timberlake You are ready to embark onto your NW3 journey but have heard these trials are hard! While it is true NW3 can be intimidating for many teams, this course is designed to ensure your team is ready.
Monthly Coaching
Elite Monthly Coaching Program Instructor Lori Timberlake Are you preparing for Elite trials and wondering how to practice effectively on your own? Join our Elite Monthly Coaching Group, designed to help you build confidence and sharpen your Elite-level skills through focused weekly practice and expert feedback.
Monthly Coaching
Monthly Nose Work Coaching Program Instructor Lori Timberlake Are you looking for consistent guidance and feedback to help YOU and YOUR dog progress in Nose Work? This personalized program offers detailed coaching designed to help teams build skills, solve training challenges and better understand their dogs, their handling and the unique needs of their team.
AKC Scent Work
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Be Prepared For Detective Course (Student) Instructor Judith Guthrie Are you preparing for the upper levels of competition and looking for more structure on how to tackle bigger and more complicated searches? Learn how to address unknown number of hides, complex odor pictures, distractions, time pressure, transitions, coverage decisions, and final-call responsibility with this course.
Competitive Success
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Now What Do I Do?! How to Build a Dream Scent Work Team Course (Student) Instructor Judith Guthrie Diagnose your searches, come up with a plan and have the answers to the "when, why and how's" of building YOUR dream Scent Work team!
Search Design
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The Search Lab Course Instructor Judith Guthrie Are you eager to take your training and practice sessions to the next level? To be more purposeful with your hide placement? This course is what you are looking for! Learn how to apply odor theory effectively to help your team grow and reach your goals.

Foundation Courses

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Foundation
Introduction to Scent Work Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Are you ready to embark on your sniffing journey, introducing your pup to what the Scent Work game is all about? This is the course for you! Learn how to tackle container and interior searches all while using K9 Nose Work® training method hunting for primary aka food or toys.
Foundation
Interiors and Field Trips with Primary Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Have your dog tackle more advanced interior and field trip searches using the K9 Nose Work® training method.
Foundation
Exteriors and Vehicles with Primary Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Using the K9 Nose Work® training method, we will introduce your dog to two of the hardest search elements!
Foundation
Advanced Skills with Primary Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Get ready to teach your dog advanced exercises, even some they would potentially see at trial, all by using primary (food or toys) alone!
Foundation Sniffing Program
Perfect Patterns: Vehicles Course Instructor Michael McManus This is a comprehensive course for anyone interested in learning how to train vehicle searches for nosework competitions or enrichment.
Foundation
Leveraging Containers for Life Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Did you know that you can introduce a whole array of odor puzzles and challenges simply using containers? We will do just that in this course!

Puppy Courses

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Puppy
Puppy Scent Work Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos This course will introduce your puppy to the fun and puppy-friendly game of Scent Work, all while prompting them to solve container and interior odor puzzles.
Puppy Sniffing Program
Puppy Sniffing Indoor Adventures Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your puppy has finished the Puppy Scent Work course and did great...now what? Tackle some super fun interior searches and field trip searches, that's what!
Puppy
Puppy Sniffing Outdoor Adventures Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Now that your puppy understands what the sniffing game is all about, it is time to up the ante by having them solve exterior and vehicle odor puzzles and searches.
Puppy
Puppy Sniffing Games Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Introduce your puppy to some advanced puzzles that will help serve them later should you be interested in competition or just playing for fun.

Intro to Odor Courses

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Intro to Odor
Introducing Birch Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos It's officially time to show your dog how to hunt for a target odor and love doing it in Container and Interior search elements.
Intro to Odor
Exteriors and Vehicles with Birch Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your dog will learn to tackle two of the hardest search elements as they hunt for Birch.
Intro to Odor
Exteriors and Field Trips with Birch Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Help your dog tackle more advanced exterior searches and field trips with this course!
Foundation Sniffing Program
Perfect Patterns: Vehicles Course Instructor Michael McManus This is a comprehensive course for anyone interested in learning how to train vehicle searches for nosework competitions or enrichment.
Intro to Odor
Introducing Anise Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your dog loves finding Birch, now it's time to add another target odor into the mix!
Intro to Odor Program
Introducing Clove Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Train your dog to hunt for Clove in all four search elements while also prepping for trial.
Intro to Odor Program
Combo Odors Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Introduce your dog to the concept of combo odors, or "cocktail hides", in all four search elements with this course!
Foundation
Leveraging Containers for Life Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Did you know that you can introduce a whole array of odor puzzles and challenges simply using containers? We will do just that in this course!

Skill Specific Courses

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Skill Specific
Skill Building for Elevated Hides Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Learn how to practice for variety of elevated hide odor problems to ensure you're ready for the upper levels of competition!
Skill Specific
Building Speed in Scent Work Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos While every dog is an individual with a unique way of hunting, each can improve their efficiency and speed while searching.
Skill Specific
Building Endurance in Scent Work Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Scent Work can be exhausting! Learn how to build your dog's searching, and overall, endurance.
Skill Specific
Building Independence in Scent Work Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your dog is the one with the nose and they have to know to trust it and not cue solely off you! So, let's work on building independent hunting!

AKC Scent Work Courses

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AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Novice Trial Prep Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos You are considering entering an AKC Scent Work Novice trial - how exciting! Take this course to ensure both you and your dog are ready!
AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Advanced Trial Prep Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos You and your dog have earned your AKC Novice-level title and are ready to tackle the Advanced-level classes. We will help you get ready with this course.
AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Excellent Trial Prep Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos You've earned your Advanced-level title and are eyeing Excellent. Ensure you and your dog are ready by taking this course.
AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Master Trial Prep Course Instructor Judith Guthrie Whether currently competing in Masters or ready to make the jump, this course will discuss how to tackle various search areas, the concept of patterns, detailing, mental mapping, and pre-made decisions all in service of being the best teammate for your dog.
AKC Scent Work
Be Prepared...For Detective! Course Instructor Judith Guthrie Are you preparing for the upper levels of competition and looking for more structure on how to tackle bigger and more complicated searches? Learn how to address unknown number of hides, complex odor pictures, distractions, time pressure, transitions, coverage decisions, and final-call responsibility with this course.
AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Working Water Hides Course Instructor Natalie McManus Get your dog familiar with working water hides to prepare for the upper level AKC Buried classes.
AKC Scent Work
AKC Scent Work: Handler Discrimination Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Help your dog learn to find an article with your odor on it, proof them from potential distractors and prepare for trial.

NACSW Courses

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NACSW
NACSW: Odor Recognition Prep (ORT) Course Instructor Lori Timberlake You are officially ready to start your NACSW trialing journey. Find out how to ace your ORT test with this course.
NACSW Program
NACSW: NW1 Trial Prep Course Instructor Lori Timberlake You've passed your ORT in all three odors and now you are ready to tackle your first NW1. Get the skills you need with this course!
NACSW
NACSW: NW2 Trial Prep Course Instructor Lori Timberlake You and your dog will be ready to tackle your NW2 and feel confident doing so with the provided training and handling tips.
NACSW Program
NACSW: NW3 Trial Prep Course Instructor Lori Timberlake While NW3 trials have a reputation for being intimidating, you and your dog will be ready and prepared with this course.
NACSW
All-Level NACSWâ„¢ Trial Prep Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Getting ready to trial is about more than simply running blind hides. Consider the entire trial picture and properly prepare with this course.
Foundation Sniffing Program
Perfect Patterns: Vehicles Course Instructor Michael McManus This is a comprehensive course for anyone interested in learning how to train vehicle searches for nosework competitions or enrichment.

Pet Dog U Courses

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Canine Fitness
Beginning Canine Conditioning Instructor Kathy Childers Beginning Canine Conditioning is a six-week canine conditioning course that will focus on strength, balance, body awareness, flexibility, and new skills for canine fitness.
Canine Fitness
Canine Conditioning Foundations Instructor Kathy Childers All our dogs are athletes and we can incorporate simple routines to ensure they stay fit, nimble and injury-free. Learn how in this course.
Skills for All Dogs
Confidence Building Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Dogs who are insecure or worried can struggle in their day-to-day life as well as dog sports. Building their confidence can greatly improve the quality of their lives.
Canine Parkour
Intermediate Parkour I Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Your dog has a foundation in canine parkour and are having a blast! Let's build their skills and take them to the next level with this online course.
Canine Parkour
Intro to Canine Parkour Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Canine parkour is for all dogs and has a long list of benefits. Build your dog's confidence all while having engaging fun with your pup. Better still, you can earn titles as well!
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Advanced Balancing Course Instructor Michael McManus Take your balancing skills to the next level, working with multiple balls, working around obstacles, practicing balancing games and much more!
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Balancing Skills Course Instructor Michael McManus Develop the foundation you and your dog will need to succeed in Treibball while avoiding common issues and pitfalls. Build skills with focus, clarity and fun!
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Pushing Course Instructor Michael McManus Now that your dog understands the key skill of Treibball, balancing, it is officially time to get them moving the ball in more and more complicated ways. So let's get PUSHING!
Skills for All Dogs
Leave It Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Help your dog learn some impulse control which can ensure they stay safe and do not dive to put every single thing into their mouth!
Tricks Program
Novice Trick Dog: Tricks for Titles Course Instructor Ariane M. Bailey Did you know you could earn a Trick Dog Title with your dog? It's true and this course is designed to help you achieve your Novice Trick Dog Title through the AKC Trick Dog program! Let the fun BEGIN!
Skills for All Dogs
Rapid Recall Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your dog coming when you call is a skill that quite literally can help save their life. We'll teach them three recalls in this course.
Agility Program
Sport Puppy 101 Instructor Daneen Fox Have a new puppy? Interested in partaking in dog sports with them? Want the puppy to be engaged and excited to train and play with you? This is the course for you!
Skills for All Dogs
Walk Nice Course Instructor Megan Sartori Does the thought of taking your dog for a walk make your shoulder or back ache? Learn how to teach your dog to walk politely with this course.

Search All Online Courses

Below search all of the self-taught enrollment online courses we offer through Scent Work University.

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Foundation
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Introduction to Scent Work Course (Student) Instructor Dianna L. Santos Build your dog's foundational understanding for container and interior searches while developing your own observation and handling skills with this intensive 6 week course. All while having your dog hunt for primary (food or toys) - wow!
NACSW
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All-Level NACSW Trial Prep Course (Student) Instructor Lori Timberlake Getting ready to trial is about more than simply running blind hides. Consider the entire trial picture and properly prepare with this course.
NACSW
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NACSW: Odor Recognition Prep (ORT) Course (Student) Instructor Lori Timberlake You are officially ready to start your NACSW trialing journey and are looking to develop the skills to ace your ORT test. Enroll in this course to learn how to do just that!
NACSW
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NACSW: NW1 Trial Prep Course (Student) Instructor Lori Timberlake You've passed your ORT in all three odors and now you are ready to tackle your first NW1. Get the skills you need with this course!
NACSW
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NACSW: NW3 Trial Prep Course (Student) Instructor Lori Timberlake You are ready to embark onto your NW3 journey but have heard these trials are hard! While it is true NW3 can be intimidating for many teams, this course is designed to ensure your team is ready.
AKC Scent Work
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AKC Scent Work: Masters Trial Prep Course (Student) Instructor Judith Guthrie Whether currently competing in Masters or ready to make the jump, this course will discuss how to tackle various search areas, the concept of patterns, detailing, mental mapping, and pre-made decisions all in service of being the best teammate for your dog.
AKC Scent Work
Sold Out
Be Prepared For Detective Course (Student) Instructor Judith Guthrie Are you preparing for the upper levels of competition and looking for more structure on how to tackle bigger and more complicated searches? Learn how to address unknown number of hides, complex odor pictures, distractions, time pressure, transitions, coverage decisions, and final-call responsibility with this course.
NACSW Program
NACSW: NW1 Trial Prep Course Instructor Lori Timberlake You've passed your ORT in all three odors and now you are ready to tackle your first NW1. Get the skills you need with this course!
Canine Parkour
Intro to Canine Parkour Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Canine parkour is for all dogs and has a long list of benefits. Build your dog's confidence all while having engaging fun with your pup. Better still, you can earn titles as well!
Tricks Program
Novice Trick Dog: Tricks for Titles Course Instructor Ariane M. Bailey Did you know you could earn a Trick Dog Title with your dog? It's true and this course is designed to help you achieve your Novice Trick Dog Title through the AKC Trick Dog program! Let the fun BEGIN!
Canine Parkour
Intermediate Parkour I Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Your dog has a foundation in canine parkour and are having a blast! Let's build their skills and take them to the next level with this online course.
Skills for All Dogs
Walk Nice Course Instructor Megan Sartori Does the thought of taking your dog for a walk make your shoulder or back ache? Learn how to teach your dog to walk politely with this course.
Canine Fitness
Canine Conditioning Foundations Instructor Kathy Childers All our dogs are athletes and we can incorporate simple routines to ensure they stay fit, nimble and injury-free. Learn how in this course.
Skills for All Dogs
Confidence Building Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Dogs who are insecure or worried can struggle in their day-to-day life as well as dog sports. Building their confidence can greatly improve the quality of their lives.
Canine Fitness
Beginning Canine Conditioning Instructor Kathy Childers Beginning Canine Conditioning is a six-week canine conditioning course that will focus on strength, balance, body awareness, flexibility, and new skills for canine fitness.
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Pushing Course Instructor Michael McManus Now that your dog understands the key skill of Treibball, balancing, it is officially time to get them moving the ball in more and more complicated ways. So let's get PUSHING!
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Advanced Balancing Course Instructor Michael McManus Take your balancing skills to the next level, working with multiple balls, working around obstacles, practicing balancing games and much more!
Skills for All Dogs
Leave It Course Instructor Lori Timberlake Help your dog learn some impulse control which can ensure they stay safe and do not dive to put every single thing into their mouth!
Skills for All Dogs
Rapid Recall Course Instructor Dianna L. Santos Your dog coming when you call is a skill that quite literally can help save their life. We'll teach them three recalls in this course.
Agility Program
Sport Puppy 101 Instructor Daneen Fox Have a new puppy? Interested in partaking in dog sports with them? Want the puppy to be engaged and excited to train and play with you? This is the course for you!
Treibball Program
Intro to Treibball: Balancing Skills Course Instructor Michael McManus Develop the foundation you and your dog will need to succeed in Treibball while avoiding common issues and pitfalls. Build skills with focus, clarity and fun!
Competitive Success
Sold Out
Now What Do I Do?! How to Build a Dream Scent Work Team Course (Student) Instructor Judith Guthrie Diagnose your searches, come up with a plan and have the answers to the "when, why and how's" of building YOUR dream Scent Work team!
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