The Art of Cognitive Scent Detection
Instructor: Georgie Jones (Endeavour Canine)
Join Georgie Jones of Endeavour Canine for an immersive, three-day workshop exploring The Art of Cognitive Scent Detection. This advanced event combines the latest science of canine cognition with practical scent detection training, aimed at handlers looking to deepen their understanding of how dogs think, learn, and interpret odours.
Workshop Highlights:
Understanding canine cognition: memory, inference, problem‑solving, laterality
Building strong odour value and indication responses
Hands‑on exercises to refine advanced search skills
Applications across sport, conservation, operational, and professional settings
About Georgie Jones & Endeavour Canine
Georgie Jones is the founder and lead instructor of Endeavour Canine, based in Meifod, Welshpool, UK, and delivering training both nationally and internationally
With over 10 years’ experience training scent detection dogs, Georgie has worked extensively with Police, Customs & Border Force, as well as sport and conservation scent‑work handlers Endeavour Canine.
She is the only accredited Ford K9 Cognition Instructor in the UK, leading cognition testing clinics based on Duke University research by Cameron Ford and Brian Hare Pet Shops.
Georgie designs and delivers Canine Cognition Clinics and seminars tailored to all levels—from pet owners and sport handlers to professional SAR and operational teams.
She also established the Detection Dog Trials and the K9 Brain Training Recognition Awards, international frameworks to celebrate and develop excellence in scent detection teams Endeavour Canine.
Her training philosophy emphasizes:
Integrating cognitive insights to improve selection, precision, and training efficiency
Fostering handler intuition and stronger dog/handler rapport
Applying these principles across diverse fields: sport, conservation, SAR, professional detection, and more Scentwork.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for any handler passionate about scent detection—whether you're working in sport, conservation, operational roles, or hobby-level scent work. All dogs and handlers receive tailored support to maximize learning and performance.
*** Flexible Payment Options Available - Just select 'Clearpay' at checkout ***
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