Course Details
Building a Confident Dog is a journey that is often full of ups and downs. It's never a straight line improvement and it's never a short process. In this session, Stacy Barnett will share the nosework competition journey of her own dog, Why, who went from extraordinarily environmentally insecure dog barely able to pass an Odor Recognition Test to being a confident Elite level Nosework Dog bringing home high scores and search placements. Together, we will follow Why's journey and progress and understand why he was ultimately successful. Learning about the specific challenges Why faced and understanding the strategies and tools that were employed to address those challenges can offer practical insights for individuals navigating similar situations with their own dogs.
Understanding and empathizing with the dog and knowing what tools you have at your disposal will give you traction in building your dog's confidence. Add to that some patience, careful support, and knowing how to help them feel secure, and you are well on your way. Stacy will help you understand what pieces of the puzzle are critical and will help you know when you should employ the resources and techniques you have available.
Stacy will also cover the necessity of genuine reinforcement, encouraging the dog to use their bodies, and the ability to opt out in order to build the empowered, confident, nosework dog.
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$19.95 - This pre-recorded presentation including lecture and Q&A will show in your Webinar Library after purchase.
About the Presenter:
Stacy Barnett is a top nosework competitor and trainer, being the first handler to put multiple Summit titles on 3 dogs (Judd SMTx3, Brava SMTx3, Powder SMTx2) in the National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW). Stacy has been a faculty member at Fenzi Dog Sports Academy since 2015 and is an international clinician for seminars around the world. She is a licensed Judge for AKC Scent Work where she was also retained in an advisory position for the AKC Scent Work program for 2 years. Stacy is the author of the popular blog, Scentsabilities Nosework, and has delivered over 200 educational webinars since 2017. Stacy also co-hosts the popular podcast, K9 Detection Collaborative with Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing.
With her degree in Chemical Engineering and her understanding of fluid flow dynamics, she has a deep understanding of odor movement. She believes in utilizing Scent Theory and odor to educate and craft the highly competitive nosework dog as well as bringing enrichment to dogs using Nosework as an activity to build confidence. She prides herself in being able to bring creative solutions to build odor obedience, confidence, drive, and motivation for the sport. Her mantra is CONFIDENCE, MOTIVATION, SKILLS and STAMINA.
Stacy’s approach to training goes beyond just setting Nosework hides. She takes an approach that cares for both the emotional and the cognitive aspects of the dog in order to help bring out the dog’s full potential. Her approach is not only reflected in her own dogs’ successes but also in her students. Stacy truly finds joy in tapping into a dog’s desire to search and to communicate with the handler.
Stacy loves helping others and her enthusiasm for the sport is contagious. Even greater than her love for the sport is her love of teaching. She prides herself on being a highly creative, enthusiastic and caring instructor, easily able to teach all levels of Nosework students. Stacy loves seeing teams flourish in the sport and enjoy what has become an extremely popular outlet for all dogs.
