We are thrilled to offer an elite-style search at Sergeant Sniffers in Blasdell, with multiple rooms, multiple hides, and tons of fun! Don't miss this opportunity to practice for trials or simply work in a new space with your dog. To add to the excitement, there will be prizes for top placements. There may be some tricks or treats along the way... it's bound to be frightfully fun!
All levels welcome!
Teams do not need to be registered with any organization.
One dog per handler per run
All teams will run the same search. Prizes will be determined by registration level (0-2 years scent work experience or 2+ years scent work experience)
Teams may run FEO, 2nd dog FEO must run after competing dog
Entry limit 20 teams
Dogs will crate out of vehicles.
A schedule will be sent a few days prior. Teams will be scheduled in groups and may arrive before and leave after their run.
Rules of the Challenge:
-Search may be run on or off leash.
-Each hide is worth 10 points
-Odors used will be Birch, Anise, Clove
-One dog per handler per run
-6 minutes with a 30-second warning (handlers can self-time)
-Unknown number of hides
-Distractors (food & toy) may be present
-Incorrect alert calls allowed (fault points will be applied)
-Multiple faults may be given
-Finish call stops the clock
Faults:
-Each incorrect alert (5 fault points)
-Disruption of search area (3 fault point each occurrence)
-Handler dropping food (1 fault point each occurrence)
-Repeat alert on already found hide (1 fault point each occurrence)
-Handler pulls dog off odor (1 fault point each occurrence)
Disqualifying Faults:
-Any harsh handling or correction of their dog by handler
-Dog eliminates or vomits in the search area
Cost:
0-2 Years Scent Work Experience - $25.00
2+ Years Scent Work Experience - $25.00
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