Scent Detection
The Sport of Scent Detection
Sporting Detection is the fun and competitive version of scent detection such as for narcotics, termites or explosives. However, competitions use legal scents (wintergreen, pine and thyme) that are easily purchased and stored by the average person. The dog must locate a hidden target scent within an area and alert the handler to its location. It is a true partnership sport in which both partners must rely on one another. The Sporting Detection Dogs Association (SDDA) was established so that dogs and their people can enjoy detection work.
Please note: Crocus doesn't currently offer classes in Scent Detection.
Visit www.sportingdetectiondogs.ca for more information about the SDDA.
Sporting Detection is the fun and competitive version of scent detection such as for narcotics, termites or explosives. However, competitions use legal scents (wintergreen, pine and thyme) that are easily purchased and stored by the average person. The dog must locate a hidden target scent within an area and alert the handler to its location. It is a true partnership sport in which both partners must rely on one another. The Sporting Detection Dogs Association (SDDA) was established so that dogs and their people can enjoy detection work.
Please note: Crocus doesn't currently offer classes in Scent Detection.
Visit www.sportingdetectiondogs.ca for more information about the SDDA.