SDD is an exciting sport for dogs. Borrowing on techniques and methodologies employed by narcotics and explosive detection dogs, SDD allows pet dogs and handlers to develop those same scent detection skills. Dogs are taught to locate and indicate perfectly safe (and legal!) odours, such as wintergreen or thyme. Handlers are taught how to conduct searches of buildings, outdoor areas, vehicles, etc. Dogs can even earn titles through competition with the SDDA. Lots of fun for any dog!
SDD 1 – Intro to Scent Detection
Age: 4 months+
Vaccinations: DHPP + Rabies
Pre-requisites: None
Course Format: 6 x 60-minute classes, weekly
SDD 2 – Intermediate Class
Age: 6 months+
Vaccinations: DHPP + Rabies
Pre-requisites: SDD 1
Course Format: 6 x 60-minute classes, weekly
SDD 3 – Trial Prep/Advanced Class
Age: 8 months+
Vaccinations: DHPP + Rabies
Pre-requisites: SDD 2
Course Format: 6 x 60-minute classes, weekly
Start: 2:00PM 6 x 1 hour classes, weekly. $175+HST Start: 5:30pm 6 x 1 hour classes, weekly. $175+HST SDD 1 is a pre-requisite for this course The Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of Eastern Canada is holding a Scent Sanction Match on Saturday November 14th 2026. Click the link below to see the Premium List. Entries Open October 5th at 12pm, and close November 2nd at 12pm (or when match fills-limited entry) To enter, click the link below, or use QR code in premium list. https://form.jotform.com/BFDogTraining/RRCEC-SANCTMATCH-NOV13TH Start: 2:00pm 6 x 1 hour classes, weekly. $175+HST SDD 1 is a pre-requisite for this course Note: No Class Monday December 21st, Monday December 28th Time: 5:30pm For graduates of SDD 2 6 x 1 hour classes, weekly. $175+HST Class locations may vary-Instructor will communicate locations ahead of time if not at Best Friends Note: No class Monday December 21st and Monday December 28th Have you heard about Scent Detection or Nosework and think your dog may enjoy it but you’re not sure? Maybe you haven’t heard about Scent Detection but you’re looking for a fun new activity to try with your dog? Want to get started in the sport but can’t commit to a 6 week class? Well, come try our Intro to Scent Detection workshop and see what it’s all about! This workshop is ideal for humans that have never tried scent sports with their dog(s), or those that would like to start a new dog in the sport of Scent Detection. Dogs will be imprinted on the essential oil Wintergreen. Class Size: 8 working spots (1 dog + 1 handler) , 10 audit spots Sunday December 20th 10:00 am-12:30pm Prerequisites for working spot: DAPP+Rabies UTD, Bordetella strongly recommended. Please bring a copy of vaccination certificate to the workshop or email it to: info@bfdogtraining.ca at the time of registration. This workshop is not ideal for reactive dogs, dogs should be neutral to friendly towards humans/other dogs Prerequisites for auditors: None Format: 1 session, 2.5 hours in length (there will be a short break approximately halfway through the workshop) Price: Working spot – $75 +HST, Auditor – $30 +HST
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