Little Rascals School for Dogs

28/01/2025

*spaces are now all allocated 🥳🤩🥳 if you want to get in touch for the next block do so now to avoid disappointment

There is only one space left in 6-7pm group & 2 spaces in the 7-8pm group

I will be messaging all those that have indicated interest this morning, if you haven’t been in touch & would like to come start your scentwork journey with me please get in touch.

Why come learn with me? I have 12 years experience in training sports dogs & I have 2 dogs currently competing in The National Noseworks association trials. Not only this but I am also a scentwork judge, this means your not only going to have fun & learn new skills with your dog you will be doing it under the guidance of an approved scentwork judge.

So whether you want to just try something new for fun or you think you might be interested in competing one day send me a message.

26/01/2025

That’s the money from the last scentwork trial for the venue use donated over to Hero paws - Life AFTER service
If anyone would like to support further then here is a link

https://www.facebook.com/561684082/posts/10162802061679083/?mibextid=wwXIfr

21/01/2025

Little Zoom 🥹

My amazing little baby boy 🤩 We’ve been training scentwork with Shannon at K9 Track & Train since last year and competing in scentwork trials under The National Nosework Association for a few months and at his most recent trial organised and judged by Melanie at Little Rascals School for Dogs he only went and won it 🤩 He also staged up out of Foundation in to Pre-Entry 🩵 There are 3 timed elements in each trial, an interior search, an exterior search and a selection test, he smashed every single one, finding the odour within the time limit.
They are blind tests, neither the dog nor handler know where the scent is and the searches can take place in any location, barns, stables, garages, outhouses etc, it’s an incredible thing to witness, your dog searching with just his nose and locating a single drop of specific scent in a big world!
So very, very proud of my little pudding 🩵

19/01/2025

🐾 First National Nosework Association trail of 2025 for Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 done & dusted 🐾

We kicked off with the foundation level, all the teams did really well it was great having some new faces too.

Winner - Hannah & Zoom
Reserve - Carolyn & Mac

Then onto the Pre-Entry in the afternoon where I handed out my first ever synergy badge! The exterior was a very challenging search as the wind had picked up. But all teams did well & had fun.

Winner - Kirsty & Zest
Reserve - Paula & Indy
Synergy - Megan & Riley for their vehicle search

Massive thanks to Haven Tourers Luxury Campervan & Defender Camper Hire Scotland, Haven Off-Grid Touring for the venue & the hospitality. The venue owner is donating the money for us using it to Hero paws - Life AFTER service who help take care of retired police dogs.

18/01/2025

Today we are having the first The National Nosework Association trial of 2025 in Scotland.

Super excited for this year working alongside my amazing mentor & the competitors.

Good luck to all those competing & safe travels for those coming from up near Inverness.

09/01/2025

Tricks can for a great routine to keep your dogs entertained.

Her is Pigeon as a puppy with a routine we put together

09/01/2025

Teaching your dogs tricks can be fun. It can also entertain guests at weddings 🙈🤣
Teaching a p**p on command can be handy sometimes too
Jo-rosie Haffenden

09/01/2025

Our next The National Nosework Association foundation trial still has spaces left to enter. The Pre-Entry level filled within 24 hours! See the link for more information

05/11/2024

Mr Handsome Tiberius passed his Foundation level ORT tonight and is ready to head off to turn his paw at a foundation trial with The National Nosework Association 😍😍

04/11/2024

On Saturday I judged my first ever The National Nosework Association trial.

First up was foundation with amazing dogs showing that they won’t be in foundation for long with all the competitors achieving full house on badges 💪🏼

Winner - Chelsea with Malinois Monkey
Reserve - Paula with working cocker Indy

The next trial was Pre-entry level with 5 teams showing excellent skills and coping well with the challenges set 🐴 💩 🙈🙈

Winner - Rachel with Lurcher Tiamo
Reserve - Kirsty with Labrador Revel

This was Rachel & Tiamo’s first trial at this level and he was on fire! And Kirsty & Revel gained their last remaining badge which means they have staged up to Entry level 🤩🤩

Thank you firstly to SO Agility Training for letting us sniff our way round your venue and thank you to everyone who entered you were all amazing & made my first judging appointment very enjoyable.

*when’s the next one??* 🤣🤣

20/10/2024

My first Pre-entry trail for the NNA next month *please note that dogs must have an Pre-entry level ORT to enter

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20/10/2024

I am holding my first foundation trail for the NNA next month, Dogs must have an ORT in GUN OIL before entering

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02/10/2024

This is the nosework association that I judge for & it’s just an amazing community. If you’re interested in doing something new with your dog the next block of classes will start in November.

New Member – Complete the Human Membership form and set up your automatic annual subscription which you can cancel any time you wish.

11/09/2024

Have you ever said your dog would have been a good police dog because they love sniffing?

🌟 Discover the Joy of Scent Work with Your Dog! 🌟

Did you know that scent work is one of the best activities for your dog's mental and physical health? 🐶👃

🔍 **helps give dogs a mental release:** Engaging your dog's natural sniffing instincts keeps their mind sharp and focused. It's like a puzzle that challenges and excites them!

💪 **Physical Exercise:** Scent work isn't just for the brain—it's a full-body workout! Whether you're in the yard or on a trail, your pup gets plenty of exercise.

🧠 **Builds Confidence:** For shy or anxious dogs, successfully finding scents can build tremendous confidence and reduce anxiety.

🤝 **Strengthens Bond:** Working together on scent challenges deepens the bond between you and your furry friend. It’s a team effort that fosters trust and communication.

🎉 **Fun for All:** No matter the age or breed, any dog can enjoy and excel at scent work. It's a great way to have fun and explore the world together.

👩🏻‍🎓 **Behavioural issues:** Working with your dog doing scent work gives them a instinctual outlet for their inhibitions, this helps create more calm and relaxed behaviours, you can also work your dog at a distance from triggers to boost confidence in you both.

Start scent work with your dog today and watch them thrive! 🐾❤️

There is only 2 spaces left in this next block, to get more information please comment below and I will message you for a free call back or get in touch on 07800 857268

05/08/2024

Monkey got a special delivery today!!

The National Nosework Association have sent her her skills awards. These are special silver badges that you gain when you have 3 of the fabric badges from each element of your level.

Monkey leveled up a few weeks ago getting all 3 badges at each element, interior, exterior & selection.

If your interested in doing more with your dog please comment below and I’ll send you a free PDF & discuss with you how I can help you and your dog