Nose Down, Brain On: Intro To Nosework Intro nosework, fundamental principles, and the joy of letting the dog drive the search Introductory nosework class was all about building belief in Layla's nose. The first lesson:👉 Stop marking. Start paying. Pay at Source, Not at the Handler When teaching a nose hold for scent discrimination, we skip the clicker or verbal marker. No “yes,” no “good,” no marker at all.

Skip the mark. Pay at source. While the dog’s nose is on odor, deliver multiple fast treats right there. End intentionally with “all done” and lure away. Paying at source builds a clean nose hold and prevents head-whipping back to the handler. #BlueBlur #Rplus #Nosework #Appetitive #DogDrivenSearch

Nosework handling workshop for a fascinating weekend. #DogDrivenSearch
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