In this lesson we will review multiple targets, how to set up multiple hides & blind hides, how scent moves, and advanced indoor box hides. We will also introduce you…
Developing a Reliable Truffle Dog Team (Intermediate)
Welcome back to the fun and exciting sport of Truffle Hunting!
Do you like truffles? These edible fungi are considered a delicacy in the culinary world. They can be found all over the world… maybe even near you! Take advantage of your dog’s amazing scent abilities and learn about truffle hunting! This is a fun way to boost confidence, develop problem solving skills, and provide controlled exercise and mental stimulation for your canine. Whether you are just looking for a new game to play with your dog or your goal is to locate native truffles in the wild or on your orchard, this class will guide you in a fun adventure with your dog.
This class will focus on taking the knowledge and skills learned in Introduction to Truffle Hunting & Foundations classes and turn that information into practical application in the field! You will introduce your dog to new elements and environments and learn skills that will aid in finding real truffles in the wild or on an orchard. This course is designed to move beyond foundation work and present real challenges that you will encounter when truffle hunting. Please note that depending on your location, when and where truffles may be found will differ. Introduction to Truffle Hunting is strongly recommended prior to enrolling in this class.
Lessons
Intermediate: Lesson 2
Overview For this lesson you will be working outside in a small, relatively distraction free environment. As you and your dog progress we will increase the difficulty by enlarging the…
Intermediate: Lesson 3
Overview For this lesson you will be working outside in a small, relatively distraction-free environment. As you and your dog progress we will increase the difficulty by enlarging the search…
Intermediate: Lesson 4
Overview For this lesson, you will work outside in new environments with increased levels of distraction, difficulty, and novelty. One of the goals of this lesson is to prepare you…
Intermediate: Lesson 5
In this lesson you will continue to practice hides in new locations, set up buried hides in new locations, and set up buried hides at the edge of the forest.
Intermediate: Lesson 6
In this lesson you will learn to refine and teach a precise alert, build upon alerts you already have, search large open areas with surface and buried targets, and search…