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.

Old dogs with wise eyes and creaky knees who still love a mental workout
Shy, nervous, or reactive dogs who prefer a calmer vibe and personal space
Dogs who don’t do well in busy classes but still deserve a turn in the spotlight

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 Kickstart 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.

1. Dog safety comes first. Always.
   If the Met Office says the weather is going to be so hot it could fry an egg on a Labrador (red or amber warning, or forecast above 28°C), your class will be cancelled faster than you can say “sizzling sausage”.

2. Why the panic?
   Because this is Britain. We're not built for 30°C, and neither are your dogs. Most of them arrive in toasty metal boxes with no air-con, then get plonked in a sun trap and told to perform tricks. That’s not training. That’s a slow bake. And we're not into dog-flambé.

3. What happens when your class gets the chop?
   If class is cancelled due to the impending fireball in the sky, and I can’t reschedule because I’m off gallivanting (also known as “annual leave”), you’ll get an online version of the session instead. Yes, it's not the same as rolling in the grass with your pup, but it's the next best thing.

You’ll receive:

• A short video guide (with my dulcet tones) explaining what to do

• Written step-by-step instructions

• The option to pester me by email or message if you get stuck

4. No refunds, no sulking
   This isn’t anyone’s fault, unless you personally control the weather (in which case, we need to have a word). The replacement content covers what you miss, so no refunds will be handed out. Even if you do your best sad face.

5. By booking a class, you agree to this policy.
   That means when the sky turns into a furnace, you won’t complain about missing your in-person session. You’ll pour yourself a cool drink, watch the online guide, and thank your past self for choosing a trainer who doesn’t cook dogs.