Have you ever watched your dog searching and wondered why they’re so interested in an area where you know there’s no hide?
Maybe they’re spending ages investigating a corner, working along a wall, or repeatedly returning to the same spot.
Odour Recognition Tests (ORT’s) are held to make sure dogs know what odour is before the team enters a trial. They are also a good way to see if your dog is suited to a trial environment. It is a short simple test to see if your dog can recognise the target odour.
Riverwood Downs recently played host to the inaugural ACSW K9 Nose Work Camp, and it was nothing short of fantastic. Marion Brand and Jennifer Gambell put together a one-of-a-kind event that brought together dogs and their dedicated handlers for an unforgettable experience.
