Our workshops are designed to give you and your dog the opportunity to try a different dog sport or activity without having to commit to a 6 week class.

Or, a way to spend time fully immersed in one of your favourite dog sports or activities.

We also have sessions designed to address specific training exercises or behaviour topics.

Most of our sessions offer both working spots (1 person + 1 dog) or observer spots (1 person, no dog).

Upcoming Events


Time: 11:30AM SDDA Novice

For graduates of SDD1 class at Best Friends, or for anyone who has taken a level one scent detection class

If you are getting ready for a trial or would like to see if you and your dog are ready for a trial at the novice level, then this is the practice session for you!  This session is also open to those who just want to have a fun training session at the novice level (wintergreen only).

The 1hr session includes a set up for containers, interior and exterior. Dogs must be up to date on DHPP + Rabies vaccines and you must be able to safely contain your dog in your vehicle when it’s not your turn.

Cost: $25+HST

 


Time: 12:30 PM SDDA Advanced

For graduates of SDD2 class at Best Friends or Level two scent detection class.

If you are getting ready for an SDD Trial or would like to see if you and your dog are ready for a trial at the Advanced level, then this session is for you!

This session is also open to those who just want to have a fun training session at the advanced level (Wintergreen and Pine).

This 1hr session will have a set up for containers, interior and exterior.  Dogs must be up to date on DHPP + Rabies vaccines and you must be able to safely contain your dog in your vehicle when it’s not your turn.

Cost: $25 + HST

 


Time: 2:00PM SDDA Excellent

For graduates of SDD2 or SDD3 at Best Friends or a Level two or higher scent class

If you are getting ready for an SDD Trial or would like to see if you and your dog are ready for a trial at the excellent level, then this session is for you!

This session is also open to those who just want to have a fun training session at the excellent level (Wintergreen, Pine, Thyme).

This 1.5hr session will have a set up for containers, interior and exterior.  Dogs must be up to date on DHPP + Rabies vaccines and you must be able to safely contain your dog in your vehicle when it’s not your turn.

Cost: $35 + HST

 


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.

Scent PL November 14th

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

 

  • CKC Scent Detection Sanction Match
     Saturday, November 14, 2026
     8:30 am - 4:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training
    Total spaces remaining: 30