Nosework Classes
Made for dogs. Fun for people.
In-person classes available in Victoria BC.
Why do Nosework? Nosework is:
- A perfect mental stimulation activity – that will tire even the most energetic dog
- A confidence builder for shy and fearful dogs
- A safe outlet for reactive dogs
- Totally natural and…
- Unbelievably fun (for dogs and people)
The wonderful thing about nosework is that really almost any dog can do it. I would recommend it to anyone but, it is really a terrific confidence builder for dogs, and so much fun for people.
Allison & Joni
Searching high and low for a nosework class?
Get on the waitlist!
You’ll get information about the sport of nosework AND a heads-up when registration opens up for the Winter 2026 session.
Get into a nosework class in Victoria BC
Winter 2026 class registrations will open in the new year. Have a great holiday season!
Early-bird registration for Winter classes starts in January 2026 – get on the waitlist!
Beginner Nosework Workshop
Not sure about the sport of nosework? Discover how fabulous it is in one easy seminar-style class.
- See if the structure of a nosework class suits you and your dog
- See if your dog has the patience to wait in the car for their turn
- See if your dog has the ‘gift of sniff’
2.5-3 hours of instruction (depending on the number of dogs registered and how much fun we’re having).
Limited to 6 dogs.
$97 (incl. GST)
Dates and times to be announced late December
Janet was amazing with the dogs and her class was amazing. We learned so much and it is so great for the dogs. I can’t say enough great things about the class! Sign up for the wait list if you are interested – there is a reason her classes sell out. I waited 4 months to get my doggo in!
Tricia & Sandra Dee
Introduction to Odor
This class introduces the target odors required for trialing, and gets your dog hunting! In 6 weeks your dog will learn 3 odors, and be able to search containers and interior spaces.
$289 (incl. GST) for 6 weeks. Price includes odor kit & access to your classroom’s Facebook group, digital homework library and training videos.
Starting January 2026
Dates to be announced
Introduction to the Elements
Containers, Interiors, Exteriors and Vehicles – and now your pet dog is looking like the detection dog you’ve dreamed of!
Prerequisite: Intro to Odor with Clever Canine
$239 (incl. GST) for 5 weeks of class + a nosework surprise package!
Contact Janet if you didn’t introduce odor with Clever Canine.
Classes will resume in Spring 2026
Introduction to Advanced Concepts
And now we train those sexy skills that are so exciting to watch – elevations, multiple hides, converging odors, distractions, indoors and out. If you’re serious about trialing in the sport, this is the class.
Prerequisite: Intro to the Elements with Clever Canine (OR you are starting to trial and you’ve spoken with Janet about this class)
Classes will resume January 2026
Addicted yet?
Become a Clever Canine nosework student and become part of a community. You’ll receive:
- Discounts on classes when starting your second (or third, or fourth!) dog
- Priority registration for any nosework class
- access to our exclusive “Nosework Alumni” Facebook group
- access to your private, members only, class Facebook group
- access to Clever Canine’s drop-in sessions
- Priority attendance to nosework events hosted by Clever Canine