K9 Nose Fun

22/01/2025

21/01/2025

I think my friend Julie Barber is going to be quite busy with TTouch, K9 Nose Work, and lots of general dog and puppy behaviour consults to keep her going.
Congratulations on your latest certification Julie🏅

As I will be offering more Tellington Ttouch services and supports in the coming year, I have added a new, separate page for this

"Ttouch with Positive Paws"
https://www.facebook.com/ttouchpospaw/

Hopefully this will make things a little easier to find. Please feel free to follow the page and share the link with those who may be interested.

Profile pic features Max, a beautiful Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier who shared his adult life with me some years ago. He had many complex challenges - both physical and mental - and was quite specific about what support he needed and when.

20/01/2025

Upcoming courses in Murrumbeena & Donvale:
Yes, I do have some coming up, but can't release dates until one of the venues can confirm a date or two (looks like they are on a long holiday, so not replying to my prompts). As soon as I have the dates confirmed, emails will go out to all on my list. I will also post here to give you a chance to check your spam.
Sorry for the delay

16/01/2025

Intro course coming up, Ballarat area. Contact Dog Chewition for info

*** FULLY BOOKED ***

*** More dates soon, get in touch to join the wait list ***

Introduction to K9 Nose Work ® commencing soon.
A fun inclusive sport for dogs and handlers, building dogs confidence and focus. It’s a fun safe way to offer mental and physical activity.
Classes are conducted by a CNWI (Certified Nose Work Instructor).
Commencing Saturday February 1 continuing February 8 and concluding February 15
Ballarat & surrounds
Get in touch to find out more or book your spot!

16/01/2025

PhD opportunity

We are looking for a PhD Candidate! PhD Title: Understanding the impact of chlamydial threat management in koalas

The team at Detection Dogs for Conservation is looking for a wildlife passionate, conservation minded, kind and dedicated PhD candidate to join us for a new project.


The research side is funded, but the candidate will need to secure their scholarship - with the application deadline on the 21st of March (this round is for domestic students only, international will be later in the year). The team will support the candidate to deliver the application.

Candidates need to contact us at:
attention: Katrin, Carme and Romane,
before the 31 of January with their CV, including 2 referees and a short email with their motivation.



What will the PhD entail?
-- Keywords: landscape ecology, disease (chlamydia), koalas
-- Activities:
· Working within the Detection Dogs for Conservation team at the University of the Sunshine Coast (Sippy Downs Campus), a team of ~ 15 with other students and staff
· Going in the field assisting the detection dogs, drones, s**t collection and/or koala tracking
· Doing molecular analyses of non-invasive s**t samples
· Statistical analyses and public engagement as required

What we are looking for is a candidate that...
1/ is self motivated,
2/ has a background in fields of / similar to ecology, zoology, biology, veterinary science,
3/ has a scientific mindset,
4/ adheres to our values of inclusivity, kindness, compassion and equity, and
5/ is competitive to secure a UniSC domestic scholarship (e.g., Honours first class, publication(s), etc).

See scholarship info: https://lnkd.in/dgmAZ4hS
Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship

See also more on us at:
www.instagram.com/detectiondogs_for_conservation ; https://www.usc.edu.au/about/structure/schools/school-of-science-technology-and-engineering/detection-dogs-for-conservation


What the candidate can expect from us: we will treat you with kindness and compassion, we will support you to achieve your goals for your PhD and beyond, and welcome you to a small team which intends on creating a positive culture in academia.

Please share widely!

And tag people in comments who might be interested!

14/01/2025

Dani Rosengarten:
I just emailed you, but your email has bounced. Please contact me to update your details

10/01/2025

Half Full
http://www.gocomics.com/half-full

09/01/2025

A little nose work sniffer/taster collab with K9 Connect yesterday. A FUN morning was had by all 😍. Watch out for more collabs later in the year.

08/01/2025

Thanks to Sunshine Dog Training & Behavior for the reminder

🤯 4 BEHAVIORS THAT OFTEN = ANXIETY
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Several behaviors can be anxiety in disguise but are commonly mistaken for something else and therefore they are not resolved properly because they aren't treated as anxiety.
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1️⃣ SLEEP
Many dogs will have poor sleep habits such as not taking adequate naps during the day and/or not sleeping well at night, possibly waking really easily or easily waking when sleeping during the nighttime.

This can be an indication of anxiety. Dogs typically sleep anywhere from 16-20 hours per day in a 24 hour period - yes, that's a lot! Puppies and older dogs sleep more than adult middle-aged dogs. But even then, dogs should get tons of good sleep that isn't interrupted during the day and at night.
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2️⃣ EATING HABITS
Many dogs will be labeled as a “picky eater”or is difficult to get to eat regardless of what you are feeding. In times of higher stress they will likely refuse any treats or food offered, even directly from your hand.

A dog with poor eating habits is often due to anxiety. It can be due to a medical cause too, so always rule out medical reasons for being a picky eater if this applies to your dog.
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3️⃣ HYPER-ACTIVITY/INABILITY TO RELAX
Many dogs will be unable to relax easily regardless of how much exercise they have had. This often looks like dogs that are bouncy, full of endless energy & often unable to lie down & chill without being totally exhausted.

This can go hand-in-hand with the Energy category, this can also look like a dog that jumps in your face constantly, cannot relax at home without being crated or so exhausted they don't have a choice. This isn't normal and could be due to anxiety.
I should make note that I've seen dog owners unintentionally create this dog as well because they don't give them adequate nap times and the dog is constantly being stimulated because the owner thinks that's what the dog needs. Either way, it's not normal.
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4️⃣ ENERGY
Many dogs will appear to have endless energy regardless of what you do to try to lessen it. This can fall into the sleep category as these dogs have a hard time being able to relax without help.

While there are breeds that we know need a lot more stimulation physically and mentally than others, all breeds should be able to relax if they have received that proper stimulation - especially mental stimulation. If your dog cannot relax without long periods of exercise and/or really intense exercise, this isn't normal and could be due to anxiety.
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⚠️ It should be noted . . . It is critical to get a professional in your corner to help with any behaviors that you need help with. Anxiety can present in so many ways you really need a pro to help evaluate, confirm & treat, usually more than one will be needed, including a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist.
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Stacy Greer, CPDT-KA
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07/01/2025

Another one for us to read

Detection canines can identify numerous substances for which they have been trained. Historically, and a point of ongoing contention, detection canine threshold (i.e., sensitivity or limit of detection) training has primarily focused on changing the weight of the training aid substance used. There h...

03/01/2025

I admit I've not read it yet

Prediction of Successful Training Outcomes for Drug Detection Dogs Using Subjective Ratings and Behavioral Test Measures: A Case Study in Japan Customs

01/01/2025

A good reminder from Pet Professional Guild Australia to not rush things, no matter what you are training

Theory Thursday

Training isn’t about rushing to the finish line—it’s about building skills step by step. These steps, called “approximations,” help animals (including humans) learn in a way that’s manageable and stress-free. Each small success adds up, leading to the bigger picture.

By breaking any skill into small, achievable steps, learning can occur without anyone becoming confused or frustrated.

But here’s the key: be flexible. If your learner is struggling, don’t push them to the next step. Maybe the task is too hard, or they’re distracted by something. Adjust your approach—make the task easier, change the environment to one less distracting, or use a higher-value reinforcer.

Every learner is unique, and training plans should reflect that. Progress might not always be linear but those small wins will add up to big achievements.

Remember: training is a journey, not a race. Celebrate the small victories along the way! 🥳



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31/12/2024

Happy 2025 🥳
Dates for upcoming courses should be available mid-january.

30/12/2024

Looking for a little sniff, err, taste of what is so good about K9 Nose Work? This little session might just be the thing.

Have you ever wondered about the power of your dogs nose?

We are excited to bring Nose Work back to K9 Connect with Angela Hervey-Tennyson of K9 Nose Fun!!!

Nose Work is a FUN and exciting activity to do with your dog - It's all about your dog doing what comes naturally - sniffing and using their amazing sense of smell.

It is a great confidence builder for nervous dogs and a great way to boost concentration and focus for boisterous and excitable dogs!

In this introductory session, Angela will teach us all about K9 Nose Work and each dog will have the opportunity to go through their paces and learn how to use their nose for a purpose.

Angela is a CNWI (Certified K9 Nose Work) Instructor and will be delivering this fun 3-hour taster for us.

Bookings are strictly limited, so be sure to get in fast!
https://k9-connect.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?cls=21

29/12/2024

Woo hoo! 🎉😍🐾
Congratulations to the latest graduates of the self paced online course - Carly and Tempest. It was such a pleasure watching this team develop so much in such a short time.