Sniffin Around STL Scent Work Club
- Seminars -
- Upcoming Events -
Sniffin Around STL Scent Work Club is pleased to host AKC Scent Work Judge, Natalie McManus, CNWI, for a seminar on Distractions.
This seminar will focus on all types of distractions; toys, food, human and auditory along some out of the ordinary items. Helping to build stronger odor to obedience under challenging scenarios. It is open to all dogs on odor, of all skill levels, novice - master.
There will only be 10 working slots available for dogs and handlers, with an unlimited number of auditing spots for handlers only (no dogs) to observe and ask questions.
Event to be held at: Lutheran Church of the Atonement
1285 N New Florissant Rd, Florissant, MO 63031
When: Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 9 :00am - 12:15pm
Seminar Fees:
$75.00 for a working spot (one dog & handler) for club members
$95.00 for a working spot (one dog & handler) for non-club members
$35.00 for an auditing spot for club members
$55.00 for an auditing spot for non-club members
Working slots for this event will be offered via random draw. To enter the random draw for a working slots at this seminar, complete the form below, listing your full name, your dogs name and email address. The random draw will be held on December 17, 2025. If you are selected for a working slot, you will be sent an email with directions on how to complete the official entry form and submit the fee. You will have 48 hours from the date/time the email is sent to respond to reserve your slot.
- Introduction to Scent Work Seminar -
If you would like to sign up for an auditing slot you can complete the form here:
Sniffin Around STL Scent Work Club is pleased to host AKC Scent Work Judge, Chris Ruddock, for an Introduction to Scent Work Seminar.
This seminar will introduce dogs and handlers to the beginning principles of scent work. The focus for the dogs will be introducing them to the hunting and understanding the game through a primary reinforcer (food or toy). The focus for the handlers will be on understanding how to build and maintain the foundation of scent work. Perfect for beginners looking to start their scent work journey or a seasoned handler looking to introduce a new dog to the game of scent work.
There will only be 10 working slots available for dogs and handlers, with an unlimited number of auditing spots for handlers only (no dogs) to observe and ask questions.
Event to be held at: Gateway Church of the Nazarene
11703 Old St. Charles Road, Bridgeton, MO 63044
When: Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 9 :30am - 12:45pm
Seminar Fees:
$40.00 for a working spot (one dog & handler) for club members
$60.00 for a working spot (one dog & handler) for non-club members
$20.00 for an auditing spot for club members
$35.00 for an auditing spot for non-club members
- Distractions Seminar -
- AKC Match -
New Date Will Be Updated Soon - AKC Scent Work Match to be held at Florissant Valley Memorial Post 444, located at 17090 Old Jamestown Road, Florissant, MO 63034. All elements offered (buried, interiors, exteriors and containers) at all levels (novice, advanced, excellent and master) with Judges Chris Ruddock and Brenda Steely.
- Prior Events Held -
August 9, 2025 (Saturday) - Read A Dog Like A Book Seminar presented by Michael McManus, CNWI and NACSW Judge & Certifying Official, at Logan University in Chesterfield, Missouri.
July 19, 2025 (Saturday) - Clue Murder Mystery Game Day at Gateway Church of the Nazarene located in Bridgeton, Missouri.
June 14, 2025 (Saturday) - Big 3 Seminar presented by Natalie McManus at Lutheran Church of the Atonement located in Florissant, MO.
April 12, 2025 (Saturday) - Buried Element Seminar presented by Chris Ruddock at First Congregational Church of Webster Groves located in St. Louis, Missouri.
