Elevating Your Sport Detection Dog’s Performance with Cameron Ford & Stu Phillips in LA Jan 24-26, 2025

Elevating Your Sport Detection Dog’s Performance with Cameron Ford & Stu Phillips in LA Jan 24-26, 2025

Instructors: Cameron Ford & Stu Phillips
Duration: 3 Days
Target Audience: Civilian handlers in sport detection (Nosework, Scent Detection, etc.)
Location: 1102 N Eastern Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90063

Seminar Overview:

This 3-day sport detection seminar, led by two world-class K9 trainers, Cameron Ford of Ford K9 and Stu Phillips of B.W.Y Canine Ltd, is designed for civilian handlers aiming to refine their dog’s performance in scent detection sports. Whether you compete in Nosework, Scent Detection, or similar events, this seminar offers advanced techniques drawn from professional training methods, customized for the competition environment.

Key Topics Covered:

  1. Odor Recognition and Targeting
    • Master the science behind improving your dog’s ability to identify target odors amidst distractions. Cameron Ford will guide participants on building consistency in scent detection, helping your dog excel in competition environments where odor presentation can vary significantly.
  2. Hide Concealment for Sport Detection
    • Stu Phillips will demonstrate strategies to train your dog for challenging hide locations often used in competitions, such as elevated or hidden behind barriers. Learn how to simulate complex hides that mirror those encountered in competitive events, enhancing both handler and dog performance.
  3. Building Confidence in Complex Searches
    • Strengthen your dog’s ability to perform in intricate search areas. Whether working in varied indoor spaces or outdoor environments, Cameron and Stu will teach you how to progressively build search difficulty, ensuring your dog is ready for any competition environment.
  4. Problem-Solving Common Issues in Sport Detection
    • This session focuses on resolving typical challenges like false alerts, distractions, and inconsistent search patterns. Both trainers will offer personalized solutions, helping handlers pinpoint and overcome obstacles commonly encountered during competitions.

Learning Objectives:

  • Enhance your dog’s odor recognition and search skills tailored to competitive events.
  • Improve handling techniques with advanced hide setups to prepare for competition.
  • Build confidence and efficiency in your dog’s ability to perform under competition stress.
  • Learn practical troubleshooting techniques to overcome common issues in sport detection through expert guidance and real-time feedback.

Hands-On Practice:

Each day will feature practical sessions where handlers and their dogs work directly with Cameron and Stu. With personalized coaching, participants will refine their skills in setting up and conducting complex searches, receiving feedback on improving performance in the competition environment.

Who Should Attend:

This seminar is designed for civilian handlers involved in any scent detection sport who want to sharpen their dog’s competitive edge. Whether you’re new to the sport or looking to elevate your team to the next level, this seminar offers the expertise needed for competitive success. It is designed for dogs at the NW1 level or the equivalent intermediate level in AKC. Participants should already know odor and be capable of searching in a variety of environments. This seminar is not suitable for brand-new dogs or those with minimal search experience.
Sign Up Today! Limited spaces available to ensure one-on-one coaching and personalized feedback.

$350.00 – $500.00

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