Follow That Scent! Intro Workshop

Unlock Your Dog’s Natural Nose Power and Start Your Tracking Journey

What You’ll Experience

Odour Discrimination Exercises

Learn a step-by-step reinforcement system so your dog can tell one scent from another—over and over—until it’s second nature.

Scent-Cone Dynamics & Confidence

Train in real forest conditions to read how odour drifts through scrub. Your dog builds independent confidence while mastering off-leash cones of scent.

Olfactory Science & Body-Language Cues

Get hands-on with the physics of odour and learn to read every tail wag, head tilt, and nose lift for true dog-human teamwork.

Tip #1 – Choose Scent-Friendly Terrain
For your first tracking sessions, pick areas with dense undergrowth and moist ground. Thicker vegetation and humidity help scent linger. Giving your dog clear, focused stimulation without the confusion of wide open spaces.

Tip #2 – Communicate with Calm Line Cues
Your dog reads even the slightest tension on the line as a message. Keep your hands soft and movements deliberate gentle guidance fosters confidence, while harsh tugs can feel like corrections. Practise consistent line tension with your handling so you’re a reassuring partner, not an obstacle.

Course Details

Follow That Scent! Intro Workshop

When: Sunday, 19th July 2025 • 12 pm – 4 pm
Where: Riverhead Forest (Information received when enrolled)
Group Size: Max 6 dog handler teams
Price: NZ$199 (incl. GST)

What’s Included:
• Pre-Course Knowledge Pack (nose science & prep homework)
• Email recap + bonus “Brain Games” PDF

• Four hours of expert-led, immersive mantrailing, one-on-one coaching and real-time feedback on every run

300 M+

Scent receptors in your dog’s nose

300+

Sniffs per second on a fresh trail

40×

Larger olfactory brain (vs. ours)

13 Days

Oldest trail a bloodhound can follow

WHY MAN TRAILING IN THE FOREST WORKS BEST!

Turn Your Dog Into a Real-Life Tracker

Let the Forest Be Your Dog’s Classroom: Imagine your dog’s nose lighting up as they weave through ferns and fallen leaves. We choose dense bush and humid conditions so every sniff becomes a clear clue just like nature intended.

You’re Never on Your Own: I’ll walk every step with you, pointing out the tiny body‐language cues ears up, tail wag, head tilt that tell you when your dog has found the trail. You’ll learn how to silently guide them toward the hidden person.

Celebrate Every “Found” Moment: There’s nothing like the joy in your dog’s eyes when they track down their runner. It’s pure, shared excitement training that feels like the best game of hide and seek you’ve ever played.

• Watch these personal moments come alive with us out on the field

MEET THE TEAM

Tāne Petersen Hodgson

Founder & Lead Mantrailing Instructor

Mila Tha Malinois

Assistant Trainer & Tracking Dog

Get in Contact!

Have a Question About “Follow That Scent!”?

Whether you’re curious about the day’s flow, your dog’s first trail or anything in between. Drop us a line below.

We will get back to you within 24 hours.

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Question 1: My dog’s never done scentwork. Will they manage?

Absolutely. We start with simple odour discrimination drills with some fast short tracks. Every step is reinforced, so even brand new trackers and their handlers feel confident.

Question 2: What if it’s raining on the day?

We train rain or shine unless there’s thunder or high winds. Just bring waterproof layers. If the weather is too bad we will reschedule. But dont worry we’ll keep going (and laughing) together.

Question 3: Do I need special gear?

All you need is a fitted harness, sturdy shoes and high-value treats/ Favourite toy.

Question 4: How do you keep dogs safe off-leash?

Only one dog works at a time, always within sight of the instructor. We build a solid start-cue and test recall before allowing any off-leash tracking.

Question 5: Can reactive or shy dogs join in?

Yes! Scentwork is perfect for nervous or reactive dogs because their focus is the odour, not distractions. Let us know on your pre-workshop form and we’ll tailor the session to suit your dog’s comfort level.

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