Canine Scent
Standards & Governance v1.0

THE
SCENT PATH.

A precise progression framework for pet dogs. We develop confident scent teams through clear indication behaviours and formal competency assessment.

Scent Registry Levels

Stage 01

Foundation

"Focus on engagement and search drive. Indication behaviour creation using container searches and Red Kong as drive-building odour."

Stage 02

Level 1

"Primary Odour: Clove. Multiple and elevated hides introduced with blank searches in controlled indoor/outdoor environments."

Stage 03

Level 2

"Secondary Odours: Gun Oil or Catnip. Complex search areas with environmental distractions and increased duration."

Stage 04

Level 3

"High-distraction environments with multiple blank areas. Handler neutrality and professional search execution."

Stage 05

Masterclass

"Entry: Level 3 Cert. Proprietary CS-1 electronic odour locatess in high environmental complexity double-blind scenarios."

Competency Scoring.

All levels require formal testing across learning outcomes and observable competency checklists. Assessment is double-blind where possible.

25%
Independence
25%
Odour Commitment
20%
Hold Duration
30%
No Handler Cueing