Wagnificent K9 Truffle Dogs, LLC

03/16/2023

Hey there! It's us again, doing what we love 😁
Callie knows where to find the best Oregon black truffles -- and she's got the perfect smile to show it off!

We all want to give our dogs the best life possible! It can be hard to know where to start when it comes to training, health, and well-being for your pup. There's so much information out there, and it can be tough to know who to trust.

The Decoding Your Canine Summit is packed with presenters you can trust. This complimentary training series features 20+ top experts in the field of dog training, health, and well-being. You'll learn from some of the world's top trainers and behaviorists, as well as hear from me about one of my favorite things - truffle hunting around the world!

It all starts March 20th AEST (HEADS UP! That's March 19 for some of you). So sign up today! https://i.mtr.cool/hqttbvlxbd

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03/14/2023

Have you ever noticed how a particular scent can transport you back in time? The smell of freshly baked cookies might remind you of your grandmother's kitchen, while the scent of a particular perfume might remind you of someone special from your past. This is because scent and memory are closely linked, and our sense of smell has the power to trigger vivid memories and emotions from the past. Scientists believe this is because the olfactory system, which is responsible for our sense of smell, is directly linked to the brain's hippocampus and amygdala, which are involved in memory and emotion processing. So the next time you catch a familiar scent, take a moment to breathe it in and see where it takes you. You might be surprised at the memories it evokes!

Dogs experience scent memories too! Can you imagine what it is like for our scent-oriented companions and how powerful a scent memory can be for them?

Learn more at the Decoding Your Canine Summit or grab my free truffle hunting lesson!
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03/13/2023

Well, I’m excited!
I’ve been asked to speak at the upcoming summit, Decoding Your Canine March 2023 Summit: Discover the secrets to having the pawfect dog. The Masterclass Series covers training, health, and well-being.

My friend Ness Jones has brought together 20+ top experts and influencers for this complimentary training series on all things dog.

What an honor to speak alongside experts like Kamal Fernandez, Kelly Gorman Dunbar, Laura DeMaio Roy, Namita DigheShetty, Laura Reeves, Renée Erdman, Robin Bennett, Ness Jones (host), and many more!

The summit runs for 5 days starting on March 20 AEST (make sure you check the timezone in your location though!) and all you have to do is click this link to sign up for this free training series!
https://i.mtr.cool/xzegrgaony

03/08/2023

It's always fun chatting with journalists about truffle hunting!

BY KIM CAMPBELL THORNTON Andrews McMeel Syndication A truffle hunt was our favorite day of a recent trip to Italy. Hiking beautiful countryside with dogs, then eating delicious scrambled eggs and soft, young Pecorino Romano cheese with a freshly found truffle shaved over the top: What could be bette...

03/06/2023

Are you looking to build a better bond with your pup? Get access to expert knowledge and advice on training, health, and well-being from the world's top dog professionals at this special virtual summit! Join me and 20+ experts as we dive into Decoding Your Canine March 2023 Summit. All of us are here for one reason—to teach pet owners just like you how to create that pawfect relationship with their beloved four-legged family member! Don't miss out - sign up today!

With awesome trainers from around the world, you won't want to miss out on this amazing online event! From learning about prey drive with internationally renowned trainer Kamal Fernandez, enjoying vet-friendly visits with Tabitha Kucera, and handling off-lead dogs with Robin Bennett - to exploring reactivity training with Piper Novick, leash aggression insights from Roman Gottfried and truffle hunting around the world with me, Kristin Rosenbach - plus your host Ness Jones who'll be discussing Separation Anxiety. There's something for every pup lover here – so don’t wait another minute; reserve your seat today!

Sign up 👉 https://i.mtr.cool/pwcbdtmiov

02/21/2023

Hey there! Who wants to learn how to have this much fun?
Don't know how to get started truffle hunting?
We can teach you!

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02/20/2023

A truffle hunting team is only as strong as the bond between human and hound. A trusting, loving relationship can make all the difference in a successful search for these delicious fungi!

Watching people and their dogs grow closer while exploring the art of truffle hunting brings me immense joy. It is one of my favorite journeys to witness - seeing how relationships change, strengthen, and deepen with each step taken together!

Embark on an unforgettable journey with your pup! I'm thrilled to announce my new online group coaching program coming Spring 2023 – and while you wait, check out this free lesson taster. Learn all about the art of truffle hunting alongside your best friend... it's an amazing experience unlike any other! https://i.mtr.cool/mvtubzuxfh

02/17/2023

Did you know that truffles grow near the Appalachian mountains? Not surprisingly, one is named after its native mountain range. Across the Midwestern and Northeastern US, The Appalachian truffle is found in forests of spruce and pine. These delicious treasures also thrive among mixed varieties such as oak, hickory, or birch.

Could you and your dog be the next Appalachian truffle hunters? Learn more about truffle dog training with a FREE lesson.
https://i.mtr.cool/cwdjsbzwfe

📸: Elijah Mears
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02/17/2023

Protecting the ecosystem is essential.

02/16/2023

A delicious truffle recipe doesn't get much simpler than this! Have you ever considered pairing truffles with avocado? Try this Avocado with Olive Oil and Truffle Slivers by Susi Gott Séguret.

https://i.mtr.cool/aihfhtetod


Photo by Kelly Sikkema

02/15/2023

Oh hey! It's still truffle season here in the Pacific Northwest. MacGyver's expression says it all!

02/14/2023

Truffles have an aroma truly like no other—one crafted and perfected by Nature. Their enchanting scent serves as a beacon, luring animals close enough so they can be discovered and devoured - dispersing the spores to form new truffles!

02/13/2023

Did you know that a dog's nostrils are two separate openings? This allows them to control the amount of air they take in and helps them distinguish smells better. Plus, the shape of the nostrils helps them determine the direction of a smell too! Amazing, right? 🐶😊

02/04/2023

DOG SPORTS ARE EXPENSIVE (warning...here come all the feels)

Course fees...

Trial fees...

Injuries and vet bills...

It's a lot to keep up with and can drain your wallet.

What if you could put some of that back in your pocket by spending pressure-free time with your dog in nature?

What if you could learn a skill that didn't require an ongoing investment in classes and competitions?

What if that skill could help pay for the classes and competitions you love?

I've done it for years, and I can show you how!

It starts here. Grab the replay of my webinar, From Forest to Fork: Truffle Hunting with Dogs, and take the first step in teaching your dog to find truffles.

Will the webinar take you from start to finish? No, but it will start you off on the right path.

Will you need more training? Yes. Some. But not indefinitely (I typically only work with one team for fewer than 10 lessons).

My goal is to teach you to truffle hunt with your dog SO YOU CAN afford to do more with your dog. To give you a skill that doesn't require unending expenses.

Will you need to invest in learning the skills? Yes.

Is there an endpoint to that investment? Absolutely!

"Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime." Lao Tzu
I want to teach you to fish!

The next North American truffle boom is coming. I can guide you to be a pioneer in your area. I've done it before, and you will learn from over a decade of my experience.

But, more importantly, I'll show you the magic of working organically and in partnership with your dog and with reciprocity.

And it will ripple into your sport of choice.

~ Kristin

PS
1. Here is the webinar link! The replay comes down on Monday.
https://my.mtr.cool/gnpvhxycam
2. If you want to sample my comprehensive online course, you can pick up a FREE lesson here
https://my.mtr.cool/jdtxxkyfzy

02/02/2023

Oh, hey! It's just us. Doing what we love ❤️
Did you know that Da Vinci was the FIRST truffle hunting Belgian Tervuren in the Pacific Northwest?

02/01/2023

SURPRISING BENEFITS OF TRUFFLE HUNTING

These are just three of the many hidden benefits of truffle hunting with dogs. The first one is a big one!
1. Truffle hunting is helpful for reactive dogs and their owners.
2. Truffle hunting is a fulfilling retirement job for sports dogs.
3. Truffle hunting is great cross-training and conditioning for dogs and their people.

Read more about how truffle hunting helps reactivity in my blog post for Fenzi Dog Sports Academy.

https://my.mtr.cool/yyilbmlzfy

Want more? Join the webinar tomorrow, February 2nd at 6 pm Pacific. All who register will get the replay.

https://my.mtr.cool/uviatpddsd

01/31/2023

THIS WEEK!
Here is a sneak peek at this week's webinar.
Remember to sign up ($19.95). This webinar only happens once a year!
You won't regret it.
See you February 2nd at 6 pm Pacific (will be recorded)!
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/self-study/webinars

01/31/2023

Most people know that truffles can be found in Europe and the Pacific Northwest. But did you know native truffles have also been reported in these areas of North America? The truffles are there, but where are the truffle dog teams?

Now is your chance to be on the front edge of a truffle boom in North America. Lesser known species of truffles go unharvested in many of these regions and we need more truffle dog teams out there shedding light on these culinary delights.

If you live in these areas, you can be a pioneer for truffle hunting right where you are!

Join me and Fenzi Dog Sports Academy to learn how to get started with truffle dog training. Attend live on Feb 2nd at 6 pm Pacific or catch the replay.
https://my.mtr.cool/ugtsqtsqrc

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01/30/2023

I am so honored to work alongside my dogs and I love sharing this activity with others! It's more than a scent game. It's a conversation between beings and the partnership we share is magical. The communication and connection is unique to each team and can't be standardized to a one size fits all process. Here is my answer to a question I received about teaching groups vs. individuals.
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ASK THE PRO:
Q: Why don't you teach group classes?
A: Because truffle hunting is not a group activity and learning in context allows for faster understanding while eliminating irrelevant variables.

Do you have a question? Ask a professional truffle hunter here...
https://my.mtr.cool/auvxenliup

01/29/2023

And the winner is...
Courtney and Pixel the Border Collie!
Admittedly, I'm partial to the herding breeds 😉

01/29/2023

Enjoy this podcast interview I did with Fenzi Dog Sports Academy in 2021, just before my first webinar with them. This week is your chance to catch that same truffle hunting webinar. The last time we ran it was over a year ago. If you missed it then, don't miss it again!

PODCAST: https://my.mtr.cool/vbdjppwcln

WEBINAR: https://my.mtr.cool/wyympoieiz

01/27/2023

In the Pacific Northwest, truffles favor the Douglas Fir stands so it helps to know how to identify these trees.

Douglas fir trees are quite distinctive - their flat needles are, 1-1.5 inches in length, the same color on both sides, soft to the touch, and fragrant. The bark is a reddish brown color accented by ridges running vertically up the trunk while its cones can be recognized for being 3 to 4 inches long with prickly scales pointing outward from their centers! The bark on young Douglas Fir trees looks similar to Subalpine fir, but as the tree matures, the bark shows its telltale ridges.

01/26/2023

The Joriad North American Truffle Dog Championship is a popular attraction every year. If you'd like to enter this competition next year, I'd love to help you begin your truffle dog training journey. Comment below or message me to get started!

Thirty dogs will have their eyes on the ground and their noses on high alert Saturday for truffles at the The Joriad North American Truffle Dog Championship. Spectators at the event will see the fi…

01/24/2023

The Oregon Truffle Festival is coming up. This is a big attraction for truffle fans in the US and Canada.
Truffle hunting isn't limited to the Pacific Northwest! Did you know there are truffles in southern states and the eastern US and Canada?
There may be truffles where you live!

The Oregon Truffle Festival is Feb. 14-16 in Yamhill County. The funky fungi, found below Douglas fir trees, are rivaling the price of France's famed truffle scene.

01/23/2023

Did you know that one species of truffle has 30-60 volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which give the truffle its aroma? Because these VOCs vary within a single species, truffle dogs must identify multiple combinations and concentrations of VOCs produced by a ripe truffle. This is only one reason to use real-whole truffles when training your dog. When training involves exposure to multiple truffles with varying aroma profiles, your dog will accept more combinations of VOCs present in a ripe truffle. You will find more truffles than if you used a scent source with no variability.

Join me to learn more about truffle hunting with dogs on February 2nd at Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. This webinar will be recorded so don't worry if you can't attend live. The cost is $19.95 and registration is OPEN!