Canberra Canine Training

17/11/2024

Well done to these super sniffer teams who graduated from Intro to Scent Work, Scent Work Elements and Intro to Odour today 👏

They have all been working extra hard over the last six weeks and it's been a real privilege and so much fun to train with them all.

We've had a ball 🤩

14/11/2024

Comet, Amy and a team of some of our wonderful students have spent the last two nights competing at the Tuggeranong Dog Training Club Novice Scent Work Trial.

Everyone did an amazing job with qualifying runs in all four elements and a few ribbons went home with some teams too 🥇🥈🥉

Trialling is a fun way to test where we are at in our training and we are so proud of how well everyone did, along with the support and encouragement we all shared together 👏

Well done team ❤️

09/11/2024

Comet and I spent the day yesterday hanging out with a great group of awesome sniffers and learning heaps from the wonderful Jean Richardson of the National Association of Canine Scent Work.

Sooo much wonderful information and a few 🤯 along with many💡

It's so important to me that I keep learning and growing my own skills so that I can keep bringing the best information to my students.

Happy sniffing everyone 🐾

31/10/2024

Our website has been updated with three more Continuing Scent Work drop-in classes (17 Nov, 8 and 22 Dec), taking us through to the Christmas break.

These classes will be held in mystery locations with the 17 Nov class taking us out and about for exterior searches.

There are still spaces available in this Sunday's class where we will be workshoping threshold and high hides.

If you are having trouble seeing all available dates, please click on the 'Book Now' button which will allow you to view the calendar and select your date.

Happy sniffling 🐾🐾

We are so excited to be teaming up with our wonderful friend John from Canberra Nosework Training to be able to offer these drop-in style classes. These classes are for teams who have completed the Introduction to Odour course or teams that are on target odours and wanting to continue to improve the...

14/10/2024

We are so excited that our friends over at Skypuppy School have started running Hoopers classes again🤩

Comet and I will be going along - join us!!

Exciting news! The "Heck YEAH, I want to do Canine Hoopers!!" Expression of Interest form is now available on my website.

Link in comments!

No rush—I'm just collecting names to gauge interest. Once I have a list of those who are keen, I'll reach out with details on how to secure your spot.

05/10/2024

Emails have been sent to everyone booked in for classes starting this weekend and we are looking forward to seeing our old friends and meeting some new ones!

There are still a few spots left in all classes for anyone thinking that you might like to join us.

Remember class this week is on Monday - hopefully you and your doggos will have recovered from losing an hour of sleep tonight.

See you all soon 🐾🐾

29/09/2024

Comet and I had a lovely day at the NW1 Trial, hosted by Canberra Nosework Training.

It was so great to see a few of our students, both trialling and volunteering.

A massive thanks to John and the organising team, along with all the sponsors, volunteers, helpers and to all the wonderful doggos who we are sure will sleep well tonight 🐾

26/09/2024

🐾 This should be a great day 🐾

Giving our dogs access to biologically fulfilling activities is so important. If you have a working breed and are interested in learning more about who they are, why not head along.

***OPEN DAY***

Calling all working dogs for an OPEN DAY at Downunder Working Dogs facility near Murulan NSW!

Bring your dogs for a day of fun at Downunder Working Dogs! Tony himself will be running FREE instinct sessions at his training facility near Murulan NSW!

Tony Mulvihill is one of Australia’s most respected dog trainers. He has vast experience training working dogs and enjoys training urban working dogs through his workshops, small groups and 1:1 sessions.

You are guaranteed a fun and informative day out at his purpose built training facility. If you are looking to understand new ways to relate to your working dog or take your dog to the next level, Downunder Working Dogs is the place for you!

We’ll also be offering vaccinations and health checks with Dr Alex Tyson from Tyson Rural Veterinary Services, so bring along those puppies, or adult dogs who need to get vaxed!

Want some professional photos of your dogs? Photographer, Jess Brown from JBR Pets, will be on site and ready to capture some gorgeous photos of you and your dogs!

BOOK NOW through the booking form below to avoid disappointment:

https://forms.office.com/r/4f0sGX3Tx5?origin=lprLink

18/09/2024

Our next round of Scent Work Classes starts in just two weeks. We have something for everyone, regardless of where you are in your sniffing journey.

These are blocks (6 weeks) of progressive classes and the last lot of Scent Work sessions we will run for a while, given the potential welfare issues for dogs having to wait in cars as the weather gets hotter.

Don't worry, there will be other fun things on offer over the warmer months 🐾

🔴 Introduction to Scent Work for those who are brand new to the games.

🟠 Scent Work Elements for those that have started some scent work training and are looking to expand their searching skills - you may or may not intend to transition to odour at some stage.

🟣 Introduction to Odour for those interested in learning more about the sport of Nosework.

🔵 We have also teamed up with Canberra Nosework Training and are running drop in classes for teams that are already on odour. Book in for a one off or a few sessions, whatever suits you.

For more information and to book, head over to

Here at Canberra Canine Training we use play-based training techniques, games and other fun activities to increase our dog’s confidence and build a solid foundation of trust and understanding between dog and human.

09/09/2024

Canberra Nosework Training is hosting an ACSW NW1 (Nosework 1) trial on 29 September.

Volunteering is a great way to learn more about the sport and experience a trial environment while we are still preparing to trial ourselves.

It's also a great way to meet people and give back to your doggy community.

Reach out to John (details in the original post) if you think you might be able to lend a hand on the day.

Hello Nose work community,

We are hosting our very first ACSW NW1 (Nose Work 1) trial in Canberra on 29th of September 2024. We are looking for volunteers on the day. Without the volunteers, we will not be able to proceed with the trial. If you have done the trial before and have a few hours of free time on the day to help out, we love to hear from you. Also, if you are new to Scent work and want to see how the trial is conducted, how we manage dog reactive dogs and above all learn from the participants, you will no doubt be in the front row seat. No experience is required. Lunch will be provided on the day. Ideally, we will prefer you to be available to help the whole day (7am to 5pm). But if you can only be available half day, let us know if you can help in AM (7am - 12pm) or PM (12pm - 5pm).

The ACSW® acknowledge the time and assistance provided by volunteers. In recognition of your valuable contribution the ACSW® is offering one (1) volunteer free entry into an ACSW® event of their choice. To be eligible they must volunteer at a trial
for the entire event e.g. ‘all day’. We will conduct a draw for all volunteers that meet the above criteria at the end of the event.

To all local Scent Work trainers, please let your new scent work members know and encourage them to volunteers if they can. They can PM me or email me on [email protected]

Note: ACSW members can register to be a volunteer from member portal https://app.acsw.com.au/members/ #/
Non ACSW members can also volunteer, but you will need to sign a waiver on the day.

02/09/2024

We've been hanging out at Pro Dog Training in Melbourne this past three days soaking up all the learning that we can from the amazing Mr Michael Ellis. Arguably one of the greatest dog trainers in the world today ❤️

Continued learning and professional development is something we are passionate about and we are super excited to be bringing back some wonderful learnings to share with you all 🐾

Thanks for the patience of those who have sent emails and messages this last few days. We will be getting back to you all later this afternoon 🙏

29/08/2024

We have had to make an adjustment to the first session of our group classes commencing the October long weekend. Classes will now be held on Monday 7 October at the below times.

All subsequent classes for the block will be held on Sundays as previously advertised.

🔵 Introduction to Odour - 1pm
🟢 Scent Work Elements - 2.45pm
🟠 Introduction to Scent Work - 4.30pm

The change also applies to our Continuing Scent Work drop in class scheduled for that same weekend.

Emails have been sent to those who have already booked in, advising of the change. If you have booked a class and did not receive an email, please let us know.

Owned and operated by a nationally qualified trainer, Canberra Canine Training provides one-on-one individualised training and small group classes. 

26/08/2024

A big happy International Dog Day from the Canberra Canine Training team, to all the wonderful doggos out there 🐾

If you ask these two, every day is doggo day, and I tend to agree 🥰

23/08/2024

Cricket is so excited to be learning Scent Work and could barely hold herself together as we waited our turn last night at class with our favourite teacher Canberra Nosework Training.

Learning games should be fun, for our dogs as well as for us.

When it's a race between doggo and human to get to the search, I know I'm doing it right 😍

Head on over to our website and check out our latest class schedule. There's something there for everyone.

18/08/2024

🥳 I am so excited to be teaming up with our wonderful friend and mentor, John from Canberra Nosework Training to offer Continuing Scent Work classes 🥳

John brought K9 Nose Work to Canberra quite a few years ago now and has enriched the lives of so many dogs since. I am very lucky to have him teaching alongside me ❤️

These classes will be casual, drop-in style and run fortnightly, commencing Sunday 22 September at 11am. You can book one or many.

Classes are for teams who have completed the Introduction to Odour course or teams that are on target odours and wanting to continue to improve their skills and have fun while doing it.

More information and how to book can be found here - https://www.canberracaninetraining.com.au/general-8

18/08/2024

We finally have a website!! Let us know what you think.

There are three Scent Work 6-week blocks of Group Classes, starting on Sunday 6 October, open and ready for booking.

🔵 Introduction to Odour - 1pm
🟢 Scent Work Elements - 2.45pm
🟠 Introduction to Scent Work - 4.30pm

Details and how to book are on our Services page.

We also have some exciting news which we will share in a separate post shortly 🤫

Owned and operated by a nationally qualified trainer, Canberra Canine Training provides one-on-one individualised training and small group classes. 

22/06/2024

Emails are going out this afternoon to those enrolled in our Scent Work classes, starting next weekend. Check your junk mail and let me know if you don't receive your email please.

There are still a few spots available in both the intro and level 1 class for anyone still thinking about booking in. I'll pop the links in the comments below.