SNIFF

07/04/2022

Together, they strengthen your bond 💛

21/03/2022

This is Juniper, and she has the best happy feet! She makes everyone happy just watching her enthusiasm ❤️
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

21/03/2022

Last night we wrapped up Sniff Foundations class with some exterior hides, and large interior searches. Such amazing students! We were missing 1 team.
Thank you all for coming to play with me!
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

14/03/2022

I need to remember that I have a camera in my pocket before the last 2 dogs of the evening!
Sniff Foundations class is going so well.
We have 8 teams. 4 are training on NW Truffle odor, 4 are training on birch. Today, we introduced boxes.
P!nk and Fezzik both caught on quickly to this new game. Look at that nose on Fezzik! Right on the seem of the box. Rockstars!!
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

15/01/2022

***SNIFF Foundations class is now FULL! Thank you all for your interest! Next class will start in the beginning of April.***

The cost for this 6 week class is $180.00
Sundays from 4:45-6:00pm, located at Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare in Vancouver.
Our orientation class will be on February 6.

SNIFF! Foundations is geared toward dogs 6 months and up who are driven to use their noses to search for their toys or treats.

In this class, students will learn foundation skills for scent detection. Focus will be on enhancing your dog’s natural desire to hunt, using motivational drills.

For more information, please email Victoria
[email protected]

13/01/2022

How is it mid January already?!!!
I am finally ready and able to start scheduling Sniff Foundations class for 2022!
Our next class will begin on February 6th!
This will be Sniff Foundations only, and will be a 6 week class on Sundays from 4:45-6:00. No class on February 20th.

I am also looking forward to starting an intermediate class for noeswork students in late February. Please stay tuned for dates!

29/11/2021

We wrapped up our last Sniff Foundations class for this year! Tonight was about creating a clear picture for the dogs and their handlers as they make the transition from searching for treats, to searching for a target odor (birch essential oil in this case) and troubleshooting any areas that need some clarity. Every team in class has made amazing progress in these few short weeks!
Our next Foundations class will be in mid January. We will also be offering a basic Nosework class.
Details coming soon….
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

21/11/2021

I’ll be at Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare tonight for drop in Sniff from 7:00 to 8:30pm!
Hope to see you there! It will be cold but clear, so there will be a search set up in the parking lot for those who would like an outdoor search and brave the chill! Keep that in mind as you exit your vehicle with your pup! I’ll have the hide far enough away that they *should not* hit odor by accident, but always good to keep it in mind.
There will also be drills, and an indoor hide set up.
Please drop me an email if you plan to attend and have not already let me know your coming, so that I have a head count.
Drop in fee is $25
[email protected]

15/11/2021

Excellent work from the Scent Foundations students in week 5!
Tonight we introduced birch odor, and paired it with the treats they have been searching for over the past few weeks. These handlers are really working together with their dogs as a team to get their dogs successfully into odor, and offering a clear picture as to what they want from their pups!
That solo cup scent wall was very fun for all!

08/11/2021

Next Sunday, November 14th we are taking Drop In Sniff outside!
This will be an excellent opportunity for those interested in truffle hunting, and antler shed hunting (you will need to provide your own antlers).
For nosework students, there is area for building exteriors. We can do vehicle searches, buried hides, elevated….there are tons of possibilities!

Class time will be 3:00-4:30pm to accommodate for daylight hours.
This is November, so expect rain! However, if the weather forecast is looking particularly awful I will move to our normal classroom location.

You must email me to secure a spot for training, and location. Limited to a maximum of 6 students. $25 drop in fee
[email protected]

06/11/2021

Sniff drop-in this Sunday, 7:00 to 8:30pm
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare
Please email Victoria to secure a spot.
[email protected]

Searches and line-up drills will be set up with low distraction odors this week. We will also work on deep, inaccessible hides. If you have something specific you want to work on, just let me know ahead of time.

31/10/2021

***REMINDER*** No SNIFF! class tonight
We are leaving Halloween to the ghouls and goblins! See you next Sunday

27/10/2021

25/10/2021

Class got a little bit spooky tonight! The power went out only 20 minutes before class! The students were troopers though, and performed tricks for their treats!
Nothing wrong with Howl-O-Ween coming a week early 🎃

23/10/2021

Sniff drop in class this Sunday October 24th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Cost is $25 per drop in
This class is designed for students who already have foundations in scent work who are looking to problem solve issues, continue to advance training, or just wanting a new environment/new drills to work their dogs.

Located at:
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare
10501 NE Highway 99
Suite 39
Vancouver, WA 98686

I will have:
• odor imprinting station for anise, clove, birch, or NW truffles
• blanks station
• can set up what indoor problems you would like to work on, if you email so that I can plan ahead.
Class size is limited, and handlers are encouraged to crate their dogs safely in their vehicles when they are not working, or on deck.
Email me at [email protected]

15/10/2021

Drop In Sniff is this Sunday October 24th, and we have plenty of slots available. Class size is limited, so please email me if you would like to attend. We will have scent imprinting stations set up, a blanks area, and will leave a search area open for student request.
Bring your own odor, or work our provided odors (anise, birch, clove, NW truffle)
***Please note that Foundations class is still taking place this Sunday***
[email protected]
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

04/10/2021

Some photos of students being introduced to elevated hides. They loved this! We also worked on deep hides.
This round of Foundations class is now all wrapped up.
Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

02/10/2021

We still have lots of openings for our new Drop in and Sniff! class, Sundays 7:00 - 8:30 pm beginning October 10th.
Imprint your dog on odor, work pre-planned drills or request a set up for what you are working on. I am happy to help troubleshoot, or just give your dog a chance to work a new classroom environment.
BYOO (Bring Your Own Odor) or ask what I will be providing.
$25 per drop in class. Email me @ [email protected] to sign up

23/09/2021

Drop In and Sniff!

Beginning Sunday, October 10th we will be offering drop ins from 7 to 8:30 pm.
These drop ins are most appropriate for teams who have taken our Sniff Foundations class, or have other scent work training. Our focus will be:
•imprinting your canine partner on new target odors
•search strategies for multiple environments
•troubleshooting issues you want to work on

Space is limited to a maximum of 9 teams. There will be waiting time, and teams are strongly encouraged (but not required) to crate your dogs safely in your vehicle when they are not working, so that you can watch and learn from other teams. There is limited space inside the building for dogs (who can remain calm and comfortable) to be crated during their wait.

Located at Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare
Cost is $25 per drop in
Please email me to sign up [email protected]

22/09/2021

Our next round of Sniff! Foundations classes start Sunday, October 10th from 5:45 to 6:45 pm. Email me at [email protected] if you are interested in signing up!

21/09/2021

A couple of our pups working on alert drills in SNIFF! Foundations class tonight. They are both doing a very nice job. Dug has a down/stare, while Mia has a sit/stare. They are perfecting their alerts using pieces of Kong toy as their targets.

07/09/2021

A Search and Rescue colleague shared this today, and I really like it!
It can really be difficult to break out of that initial comfort zone, only to be faced with your fears and insecurities!
What helps you to step out of your comfort zone with dog training?
For me, what helps is a clear understanding of what my goal looks like, and baby steps to get there. That way, when we have a failure it is easier to take a step back and assess without giving up. I get excited about the process and can often jump quickly through the fear zone.

02/09/2021

Do you have a new puppy? Do you want to proof some of your dogs skills? From beginner to advanced, we offer basic training courses for your four-legged family member. Each course includes 6 classes, with instructors who have spent decades dedicated to dog training.
Has your dog ever ate their homework? Our "take home" homework is online so you can access it any time, anywhere; Plus it can stay safe from your knowledge seeking pups mouth.
Our next two start dates for orientation are 09/07 and 09/23.
Call to sign up soon, as our classes fill quickly!

28/08/2021

Apple Peanutbuddy cupcakes and
Auntie Em’s Vanilla Honey Crunch cookies!
Dog tested, and approved!
Heading to Mind Your Manners for the Open House Saturday!

25/08/2021

Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening!
Mind Your Manners is hosting an Open House this Saturday, August 28th, starting at 10am.
There will be live demos from specialized trainers.
Come talk to the trainers and staff with any questions you have with the courses and services offered.

Celebrate our Grand Re-Opening with us!
We are hosting an Open House this Saturday, August 28th, starting at 10am.
There will be live demos from our specialized trainers.
Come talk to our trainers and staff with any questions you have with the courses and services we offer.
We look forward to seeing you all there!

14/08/2021

We still have openings!

SNIFF! Foundations is an introduction class for beginners to scent detection.

This is a 6 week class (week 1 is orientation with no dogs), beginning Monday, August 23rd from 7 to 8 pm @ Mind Your Manners Dog Training & Daycare

Foundations class is geared toward dogs 6 months and up who are motivated to use their noses to search for items (such as treats or toys). There are no prerequisites for this class.

Students will learn foundation skills for scent detection. Focus will be on enhancing your dog’s natural desire to hunt, using motivational drills and a marker reward system.
Dogs will be taught to hunt for a neutral odor. We will discuss how to transition to specific scents as class progresses.
We will cover:
•handling and storage of training aids
•hunting for target odor
•trained alert/response
•search patterns
•proofing off distractions

For more information and to sign up, email me at [email protected]
or call Mind Your Manners at (360)693-4503

09/08/2021

SNIFF! Foundations Class
Mondays 7 to 8 pm
6 class course beginning August 23rd
First class is orientation, no dogs.

Class will cover:
• Handling and storage of training aids
• Teach your dog to hunt for and alert on a neutral odor, using motivational drills.
• Basic Search Patterns
• Build a solid foundation for adding any odors you would like to train.

To sign up email [email protected] or call 360-693-4503 🐾

08/08/2021