Master Trainer and Dog Behaviourist

Scent Training for Dogs

Making a difference to you and your dog's relationship

All dogs learn at different speeds, I teach on a 1-2-1 basis which allows me to focus on the dog in front of me.

What is Scent Training?

Scent training taps into your dog's most powerful sense,their nose. This specialised form of training harnesses your dog's natural scenting abilities to search for and identify specific odours, transforming an everyday behaviour into a rewarding and structured activity.

Our science-based approach uses positive reinforcement methods, ensuring your dog learns at their own pace in a supportive environment. As they successfully locate target scents, they build confidence and self-assurance that transfers to other areas of their life.

Whether you have an energetic puppy, an older dog or even a dog in rehabilitation, scent work provides the perfect balance of mental and low impact physical stimulation. It strengthens the bond between you and your canine companion.

Undertaking scent work can play a huge part in behaviour reformation including reactivity, anxiety, hyperactivity, and nervousness

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Suitable for ALL breeds, of any age

Natural Instincts

 Tap into their super power

Mental Stimulation

Give your dog a job they will love

Creates Happy Dogs

Sniffing releases happy endorphins

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Reduces Stress, Anxiety & Builds Confidence

Provides something to focus on

Did you know?

Dogs see the world through their nose, with their smell being 100,000 times stronger than our own.

Dogs noses are so sensitive, they could detect
½ teaspoon of sugar in an Olympic sized
swimming pool.

Consequently, understanding this sense can strengthen your relationship with your dog, and provides them with valuable mental enrichment - 10 minutes scent work is the equivalent to a 1 hour run!

Scent Training

Discover the Joy of Scent Detection

Let Your Dog Do What Dogs Love – Search!
Four personalised 1-hour, 1-to-1 experiences for you and your dog to discover the fascinating world of scent detection.

Imagine watching your dog catch a scent, lift their head, follow their nose and become completely absorbed in the search. Then comes that moment when they find it — the excitement, the satisfaction and the look of “I found it!”

That is the joy of scent detection.

Dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell, and for many dogs, searching is something they naturally love to do. Scent detection allows them to use this incredible ability in a meaningful way, while developing focus, independence, confidence, and problem-solving skills.
But most importantly, it is fun.

An Experience Designed Around Your Dog

These are not simply four training lessons. They are an opportunity to discover what your dog can do when they are given the chance to use their nose, work things out and succeed for themselves.

Across four bespoke 1-to-1 sessions, we will introduce you and your dog to the foundations of scent detection, building skills progressively and at a pace that suits your individual dog.

You will learn how to develop:

  • Scent identification – teaching your dog to recognise and locate a target odour.
  • Indication – helping your dog clearly communicate when they have found the scent.
  • Searching – developing enthusiasm, focus and persistence as they work.
  • Search patterns – teaching your dog to work an area effectively and independently.

As your dog's confidence and understanding grow, so does the challenge. We will combine these skills and introduce increasingly interesting and challenging searches, giving your dog the opportunity to put their learning into practice.

Watch Your Dog Come Alive

There is something incredibly rewarding about watching a dog search.
The concentration. The determination. The excitement as they get closer. And finally, that moment of discovery.

We will introduce searches in new and novel environments, giving your dog opportunities to work in different locations and situations while you learn to understand their body language and recognise the subtle signs that tell you what they are experiencing during the search.

You aren't simply teaching your dog where to find something.

You are learning to work as a team, learning to read your dog and discovering just how much they can achieve when you let their nose lead the way.

Take the Experience Home

The fun doesn't have to stop when your session ends.
You will receive your own scent detection kit, giving you everything you need to continue practising at home and keep building your dog's skills.

Four Sessions. Countless Searches.

Whether your dog is naturally inquisitive, loves sniffing, needs a positive outlet for their energy or simply enjoys a challenge, scent detection offers a fascinating opportunity to do something together that your dog genuinely enjoys.

And for you, there is the reward of seeing your dog discover a whole new skill.

  • Let them use their nose.
  • Let them search.
  • Let them find.

Because dogs don't just love finding the scent, they love the search itself.

Ready for the next search

Your scent detection journey doesn't have to end after four sessions.

Once you and your dog have completed the introductory
four-session programme, I offer progression sessions for those who want to continue developing their scent detection skills and enjoy more challenging searches together.

These sessions allow us to build on the foundations you have already established, introducing new environments, different search scenarios and increasing levels of challenge as your dog's skills and confidence develop.

You may find your dog becomes more focused, more persistent and increasingly absorbed in their work as they learn to tackle new searches.

And that's where the real fun begins.

There is always another search to solve, another environment to explore and another opportunity to watch your dog do what they love, use their nose and find!

Progression sessions are available on an individual or group basis and can be tailored to suit you, your dog and your scent detection journey.

What Our Clients Say

Hear from dog owners who have transformed their relationships with their dogs through our scent training programmes.

"Ernie and I have been doing the scent training with Penny and loving every minute of it, she is a fantastic instructor and adapts to all different dogs.

Ernie took a while to get to grips with it but Penny patiently took time with us both, would most definitely recommend."

"Penny is a superb trainer. She has never ending patience, expertise and encouragement. She gets the best from you and your dogs. The materials she provides from the sniffer kit, manuals and videos are excellent.

Holly has improved in confidence and we are both having fun. We loved doing our bronze course and are continuing with our training. I highly recommend Penny."

"Penny trained both me and my Italian Spinone, Alfonso on how to be more confident and to step up as a leader. I have learnt such a lot about my nervous dog and how to advocate for him.

Scent detection has been a great outlet for us both and something different that we can include on a walk, around the house and garden. Thank you Penny for helping us to achieve our bronze award in scent detection and harmony as dog and owner."

I completed the Bronze scent course with my Springer Spaniel. Penny explained everything really clearly and made learning varied and enjoyable.
She is very experienced and helped me and my dog to learn using different techniques. 

Vicky (29/04/2026)

I completed the bronze level scenting class with Penny.
She is an amazing instructor and got the best out of me and my dog. I can’t recommend her enough.

(06/04/2026)

I have completed by bronze scent class with Penny. The difference in my springer spaniels confidence and drive is remarkable. Attended a local trial organised by Penny, great venue and it showed us how far we had come and what to work on. Lots for me still to learn and Penny is an exceptional trainer who I will continue working Holly and myself with.

Kay (25/11/2025)

Penny has helped us begin our scent work with guidance to complete the bronze level course. Handler and dog both thoroughly enjoyed every session and learnt lots about each other whilst developing our bond. Thanks Penny!

Cat and Eve (06/04/2026)

Read more Reviews on UK Sniffer Dogs Website

Ready to Start Your Scent Journey?

Join our expert-led scent training for dogs and discover your own dog's amazing abilities.