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Nose Work Titles
NW1 (Nose Work 1) requires one qualifying trial of 90 points minimum.
Proficient in 1 odor (Odor #1: Birch); must have ORT on file with NCSWA
Elements required:
Drill (ORT for odor #1) (on leash) with no distracters
Interior Building Search (on or off leash)
No blank rooms
Exterior Area Search (on leash)
Vehicle Search (up to two vehicles, exterior only) (on leash)
NW1 Requirements & Parameters:
Alerts: Handler must call the alert, but a final response by the dog is not required. (i.e. handler may be able to identify an alert though the dog is not yet trained for a consistently clear indication such as a sit.)
Sourcing: Handler must identify that the dog is in odor and at the source. If the dog?s alert is fringing but the handler can either identify the source correctly or clarify by successfully getting the dog to pin point it with a ?Show Me? or ?Target? type command, the minimum points will be awarded. A point deduction may be given however if the fringe is deemed excessive by the judge.
Search Areas: The outdoor area should not be exceedingly large, (i.e. it may be the side of a building or parking lot area or small park.)
Height of hides should be no more than four (4) feet high and no more than six (6) inches deep.
NW2 (Nose Work 2) requires two qualifying trials of 95 points minimum.
Proficient in 2 odors (Birch, Anise); must have ORT on file with NCSWA
Elements required:
Drill (ORT for odor #2) (on leash) with at least one distracter (i.e. food, toy, etc)
Interior Building Search (on or off leash)
Minimum Two interior rooms
No blank rooms
Exterior Area Search (on leash)
Vehicle Search (up to three vehicles, exterior only) (on leash)
NW2 Requirements & Parameters:
Alerts: Handler must call the alert, and the handler must define a final response in advance. Dogs can have two ?final response behaviors?, i.e. sit for most hides, down for low hides, but the handler must identify this in advance of the area search.
Sourcing: Handler must identify that the dog is in odor and at the source. If the dog?s alert is fringing but the handler can either identify the source correctly or clarify by successfully getting the dog to pin point it with a ?Show Me? or ?Target? type command, the minimum points will be awarded. A point deduction may be given however if the fringe is deemed excessive by the judge.
Search Areas: The outdoor area should not be exceedingly large, (i.e. it may be the side of a building or parking lot area or small park.)
Height of hides to be no higher than 4 feet for indoor or outdoor
NW3 (Nose Work 3) requires one qualifying trial of 100 points score.
Proficient in 3 odors (Birch, Anise, Clove); must have ORT on file with NCSWA
Elements required:
Drill (ORT for odor #2) (on leash) with multiple distracters (i.e. food, toy, etc)
Dogs may not repeat boxes. One pass through.
Interior Building Search (on or off leash)
Multiple interior rooms
Blank rooms
Once handlers have cleared a room they may not return.
Exterior Area Search (on leash)
Vehicle Search (up to four vehicles, interior and exterior) (on and off leash)
NW3 Requirements & Parameters:
Alerts: Handler must call the alert, and a final response such as one of the following must be demonstrated (sit, down, bark, point/stare) the handler must define the alert in advance.
Sourcing: Handler must identify that the dog is in odor and at the source. If the dog?s alert is fringing but the handler can either identify the source correctly or clarify by successfully getting the dog to pin point it with a ?Show Me? or ?Target? type command, the minimum points will be awarded. A point deduction may be given however if the fringe is deemed excessive by the judge.
Search Areas: The outdoor area should not be exceedingly large, (i.e. it may be the side of a building or parking lot area or small park.)
Height of hides may be as high as six feet for indoor or outdoor
PRONOUNCED:
The teams demonstrating exceptional technique and/or teamwork shall be awarded the additional title of Pronounced.
NW1P
NW2P
NW3P
The "Pronounced" award may consider the following elements in the teamwork:
Professionalism, handler and dog safety, observational skills, leash handling technique, off-leash control, speed and efficiency, accuracy, stamina, enthusiasm, clarity of alert, odor obedience. Pronouncement will be solely at the discretion of the judges or judges for that trial. The pronouncement is a reflection of the teamwork demonstrated on that particular trial day.
A note about class levels:
Fun Nose Work classes do not proceed automatically from Level One to Level Two to Advanced as in typical class structures. Students repeat a level several times and each time they take the class, there are more skills added for that handler/dog team. We don't keep adding brand new students to an existing level once that group has advanced significantly as the skills acquired are cumulative. Usually a class moves up together, but occasionally there are exceptions.
What to Expect: First time in a Fun Nose Work ClassAll dogs work one at a time, and will be crated or secure in the vehicle during their down time. It is helpful if the dog already has a strong desire for food, or to play with toys, but it is not required. This class is great for newly adopted dogs, or any pet that wants to have fun. It will help with confidence in new environments. Level one can be repeated many times as the level of difficulty will be adjusted as the dog gains better skills. It's also a great class for dogs that need a lot of mental and physical stimulation, but have a hard time in classes with other dogs. They will have an opportunity to build confidence in new environments, and working around obstacles without the stress of interactions with other dogs.Goals:The primary goal of this class is fun. Game playing and hunting is first and foremost. This is a class where dogs get to be dogs. Some dogs have taken this class who have had little experience playing with toys or food. (or with their owners), but with several repetitions of the class have been transformed. Owners should not feel discouraged if their dogs don't "get it" right away, so many other benefits come from the class experience itself. In other cases, the dogs have had a good foundation in find it games and play in general. Fortunately the class can be adjusted to accommodate different skill levels.RESTRICTIONS: Dogs must be capable of handling confinement during the class, either crated away from their handlers or in a properly equipped vehicle.No dogs with any aggression towards people.
Level One - Overview - Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt. This class focuses on teaching you how to encourage and develop your dog's natural scenting abilities by using their desire to hunt and their love of toys, food and exercise. It's a great class for your dog to have fun, build confidence, and burn lots of mental and physical energy and to find out just how good is your dog's nose.Term: 6 weeks. Space limit: 8 dogs. Class duration: 1 hour depending on class size.
Level Two - Overview-This class advances the dog's scent discrimination skills taught in level one. All dogs are taught to identify the same scent, a natural essential oil. Additionally, we introduce techniques and tactics for building better dog/handler teamwork. High food or toy motivation is beneficial for this class.Term: 6 weeks. Space limit: 6-8 dogs. Class duration: 1 hourPrerequisite: Fun Nose Work Level One.
Athena is busy checking for scent in the boxes
Advanced Level - Overview-This class is for advanced handlers and dogs. Dogs should be on two target( taught in level 2 ) scents minimum. This class is geared towards tactics, and advanced handling. Handlers will learn various search scenarios, vehicle searches, review odor recognition tests, conducting blind searches, and certification readiness. Term: 6 weeks. Space limit: 6-8 dogs. Class duration: 1 hour.Prerequisite: Fun Nose Work Level One AND Two, or instructor approval. Required odors: Birch, Anise.
What you'll need to bring for class:
Crate (where your dog will rest between runs) Dogs must be in a crate or secure in your vehicle between runs.
Chair (for you to sit on)
Water (for you and the dog)
Flat Collar (buckle or Martingale style) or a well-fitted traditional style harness during the class. No head halters or Easy Walk harnesses during runs but they may be used to and from as needed. Leash: A 6-foot light-weight leather or nylon leash (no chain or retractable). All dangling items, rings, charms, poop bags holders must be removed so as not to distract the dog.q Long Line: A 10-15-foot long line or Flexi lead (in addition to not instead of the six foot).
Toys and/or treats: HIGH VALUE toys and treats! For example: If your dog loves the tennis ball or the rope, bring it, not the toys he doesn't play with; If your dog loves chicken but is not jazzed about snausages, bring the chicken, bring a few things in case what you thought was going to work, doesn't. Also if your dog likes food, please bring a small Kong or "Tug N Treat" in which to put the food. Or zip lock baggies to keep the treats in.
Hungry & Motivated Dog: Please don't feed your dog the day of class, or feed a reduced meal so that your dog is hungry and motivated. Also if you have a high energy dog, please don't burn them out with a long hike or play session before the class.
