Scent Work University Seminars

We believe knowledge should be accessible to everyone, regardless of where they may live! Hence the advent of our online Scent Work seminars. The virtual equivalent of in-person seminars and workshops, we are excited to have more people benefit from the vast expertise and knowledge our instructors have to offer with our online seminars.

What are the benefits of an online seminar?
-No travel or lodging fees.
-No taking time off of work.
-No getting someone to watch the dog or kids.
-Go through the material at your own pace.
-Enjoy continual access to the material - that's right, no deadlines!

Check out the online Scent Work seminars we are currently offering below, you will be happy you did!

Scent Work University Seminars

Live Seminars

Live Seminar
Odor Puzzles: Training and Trial Prep Seminar
Date: October 19th at 12:30PM PT/3:30PM ET
Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

Have you ever wondered what all the odor puzzles your dog must be exposed to and learn to master are to be successful in Scent Work? Find out in this seminar!
Live Virtual Symposium
Improving Scent Work Trials Virtual Symposium
Date: February 21st at 3:30PM PT/4:30PM MT/5:30 CT/6:30PM ET
Instructor: Holly Bushard, Kayla Dever, Michele Ellertson, Tony Gravley, Michael McManus and Lori Timberlake

There are realities of Scent Work trials across all competition organization. Join us for an exciting evaluation of how trial officials, trial hosts and accomplished competitors can all improve these events for all involved.
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    Learn About Odor
    Hide Placement and Odor Movement Seminar
    Instructor: Laurel Scarioni

    Understanding how odor moves can improve your skills as a handler and trainer and is something all trial officials must understand and use to their advantage when designing searches.
    Instructor Program
    Teaching Scent Work Seminar
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Designed to help newer and experienced instructors alike, this seminar will outline how best to help your human and canine clients succeed and reach their training goals, regardless of what your training methodology is.
    Trial Prep Program
    Super Sniffers: Preparing for Detective, Elite & Summit Competition Seminar
    Instructor: Laurel Scarioni

    The top levels of scent competition require teams to possess a wide array of skills and apply them to varied search areas. This seminar can help you prepare!
    Instructor Program
    Building an Effective Nosework Training Plan for Instructors Module
    Instructor: Michele Ellertson

    As instructors, we need to breakdown advanced concepts into smaller, manageable pieces for our students to be successful. Learn how to develop effective training plans with this module!
    Instructor Program
    Teaching Mixed-Level Classes Seminar Module
    Instructor: Michael McManus and Natalie McManus

    After teaching single level classes for years, Michael and Natalie shifted to offering mixed-level classes and never looked back. Learn about their journey and how they make it all work in this module.
    Instructor Program
    Setting Up Your Training Space for All Dogs Seminar Module
    Instructor: Lori Timberlake

    The design of your training space can help or hinder the ability of your clients to succeed. Learn some helpful tips, and common pitfalls to avoid, in this seminar module.
    Live Seminar
    Odor Puzzles: Training and Trial Prep Seminar
    Date: October 19th at 12:30PM PT/3:30PM ET
    Instructor: Dianna L. Santos

    Have you ever wondered what all the odor puzzles your dog must be exposed to and learn to master are to be successful in Scent Work? Find out in this seminar!
    Live Virtual Symposium
    Improving Scent Work Trials Virtual Symposium
    Date: February 21st at 3:30PM PT/4:30PM MT/5:30 CT/6:30PM ET
    Instructor: Holly Bushard, Kayla Dever, Michele Ellertson, Tony Gravley, Michael McManus and Lori Timberlake

    There are realities of Scent Work trials across all competition organization. Join us for an exciting evaluation of how trial officials, trial hosts and accomplished competitors can all improve these events for all involved.
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