In 2010 I taught the classes for Humane Domain. We had some students that really worked hard with their dogs. I noticed some angst as the final class approached and the level 1 test was scheduled. Although from a working with the dogs stand point and the having fun in the class everyone did a great job. Still several students were not pleased with their performance on the levels test. I don't want passing a test to be an issue for snifferdog sport.
So the after a little discussion it was decided that it is counterintuitive to say Snifferdog Sport is all for fun yet we set people up with a goal of passing an examination. "It is for fun and almost any dog team can play" If you want a piece of paper saying you passed a test there are plenty of organizations that specialize in selling those. Look at tracking with the AKC or UKC. If you just want to spend a day having a good time with family including the four legged family members come join us at a snifferdog event.
We revamped the program. Come to an event we will get you started finding the scents almost any dog can find. Sign up for a class or a seminar and we will teach you how to teach your dog to scent discriminate and indicate the sources when he finds them, so you can participate the "advanced" events. But the real priority for snifferdog sport is getting into the field and having a good time with your dog.
The only testing we do is the instinct test. This has been a contribution to the community for years. It is not a pass fail test it is an evaluation of your dogs strengths and how you can use that information to introduce your dog to snifferdog sport games.
Want to grow snifferdog sport into your area? Contact Laura for information on teaching and hosting your own snifferdog sport event. Great fun for dog camps, 4H, Dog Clubs, etc. Better yet bring your dog and come to a snifferdog event.
