The Not-So-Secret Scentwork Club

  • What's it all about?

    This beginner-friendly (but not boring) scentwork course is perfect for total newbies or those who’ve already dabbled in the noble art of sniffing.

    It’s all about building real-life scentwork skills while deepening the bond between you and your dog. Plus, it’s ridiculously fun watching your pup channel their inner detective (without the trench coat).

  • Ideal for

    Absolutely any dog — young, old, bouncy, wobbly, purebred, or gloriously scruffy.

    Whether you’ve got a sprightly pup or a wise old sniffer, this course taps into their superpower: that magical, marvellous nose.

  • What We Focus On

    We’ll teach your dog linear searching and structured search patterns — the kind that actually work anywhere, not just in fancy halls or on high-end kit.

    We start with basic equipment, sure, but by the end of the course your dog will be confidently searching the environment itself — hedges, walls, furniture, wellies... whatever’s nearby.

    No need for expensive gadgets — just your dog’s nose and a sense of adventure.

    More importantly, we build a positive emotional connection with the target scent — so your dog doesn’t just search, they want to. They enjoy the process. We’re creating joyful teamwork, not task-based obedience. Think of it as mutual delight disguised as training.

  • How We Run It

    One dog working at a time — so everyone gets proper focus (and fewer tangled leads).

    Loads of breaks for you and your dog, with refreshments provided — because sniffing is hard work!

    Plenty of supportive group time to share tips, laughs, and questions.

    We help you build your skills and confidence so you can go away happy, independent, and ready to sniff anywhere.

  • You’ll Get

    6 x hands-on, nose-powered sessions

    1 x handler-only theory session

    All equipment provided in your Prep Kit (Napier oil, pads, bowls + more)

    A dedicated WhatsApp group for between-session support

    A final search scenario challenge to show off your dog’s new skills

    Only 6 dog spots available — small group = more focus, more fun, fewer tangled leads.

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  • Nope!

    This course is perfect for total sniffing newbies, dabblers, or anyone whose dog already has a habit of snuffling under hedges with suspicious enthusiasm.

    We'll start at the very beginning — with joyful, nose-led learning and zero pressure

  • All of them.

    Big, small, anxious, overconfident, couch potatoes or kangaroo impersonators — if they’ve got a nose (and a sniff of curiosity), they’ll love this.

    Scentwork is low-impact and mentally enriching, making it ideal for both young whippersnappers and golden oldies.

  • No!

    Dogs work one at a time. This means a calmer environment, better focus, and no sniff-fuelled chaos (or accidental zoomies). Between turns, dogs can relax with their humans and enjoy a bit of downtime.

  • We’ll send you a fab little Prep Kit ahead of time with the essential bits:

    • Napier Gun Oil (your dog’s new favourite scent)

    • 2 bowls

    • Cotton pads

    • A dropper bottle

    You’ll also want to bring:

    • Tasty, high-value treats

    • A happy, hungry dog

    • A harness and lead (no retractables, please!)

    • Water and a bowl for mid-sniff refreshments

    • Your sense of humour and possibly your best detective voice (optional)

  • Because humans need training too!
    In Week 1, we run a theory session without the dogs so you can:

    • Learn what we’re doing and why it works

    • Get comfortable with the scent-handling basics

    • Ask questions, take notes, and sip tea without being licked mid-sentence

    This sets you up to feel confident and relaxed when your dog joins in from Week 2

  • Totally normal — and totally fine.

    We’ll support you both with thoughtful pacing, kind methods, and a ton of encouragement. This isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress (and having a good giggle along the way). We can always adapt the environment or exercise to suit your dog’s needs.

  • We get it — life’s unpredictable, and dogs sometimes schedule their drama midweek.

    If you miss a session, we’ll give you a summary and guidance to catch up at home. While we can’t offer refunds for missed classes, there’s plenty of support available in our WhatsApp group and we're happy to help you stay on track.

  • Nope — just what’s in the Prep Kit and your dog's nose.

    This course is designed to be doable anywhere: in your house, your garden, the local park. No need for specialised buildings or pricey gear. It’s real-life sniffing for real-life dogs.

  • Cromhall Village Hall, Talbots End, Cromhall, Glos, GL12 8AJ
    Starts Monday, 1st September 2025
    6:00–8:00pm
    7-week course: Sept 1, 8, 22, 29 | Oct 6, 13, 20