Scent Work Training AKC

SCENT WORK CLASSES

Next session starts Oct 2, 2026

Class Cost is:
$210 for 6 weeks
$245 for 7 weeks
$280 for 8 weeks

NOTE: DO NOT PRE-PAY. Students will be invoiced after they have received confirmation into the class. These classes are in high demand so don't assume you have a spot just because you registered, wait to receive email confirmation.

NEW SESSION STARTS October 2-30th (5 weeks) $175
Instructor: Stephanie Staszak

Friday 11:00am- 12:00pm Learning the search
Friday 12:30pm-1:30pm Advanced Searching
Friday 1:30pm-2:30pm Intro to Scent Work

Instructor: Jenn Stollery

*no Sunday available scent work classes / only private lessons.

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Kim Seiter Dog Agility - General Guidelines & Policies Kim Seiter Dog Agility - General Guidelines & Policies In order to assure the safety of students, instructors and dogs attending classes or events at Kim Seiter Dog Agility, it is essential that everyone follows the school guidelines. Please help us by abiding by the following posted below. Anyone found to be violating the guidelines may be asked to leave the school. 1-Dogs are not allowed be off leash when outside at any time. Our parking lot area is busy, this is for your own safety. 2-Clean up all dog waste outside using the cleanup stations provided. If an accident occurs inside, please use the supplies designated to clean the area. Deposit all solid waste in outside trash can. 3-Exercise your dog – using a leash. Please use the on the grass areas to the front side and back of the Kim Seiter Dog Agility and avoid walking by the other business’s and their property. 4-If a dog is deemed to have serious aggression they may be asked to leave the school at an instructor’s or staff member’s discretion. No refund will be given for unattended classes. We define “serious aggression” as intentional injury or intent to inflict injury to either humans or dogs, thus making the dog a liability to Kim Seiter Dog Agility and its clients. 5-Any instance of a human or dog being injured in any way at Kim Seiter Dog Agility must be reported immediately to an instructor or staff member in charge. 6-Children under the age of 12 must be under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian at all times. 7- Class Registration: Once registered for class and registration is confirmed in email, payment must be made by the first day of class. Late payments over seven days of the first day of class will be subject to a 5% late fee. Payment can be made online using credit cards, check made payable to Kim Seiter, or cash. When you register for a class, you are holding a space in a limited-sized group. Dropping out of class mid-session still requires you to pay for the full session enrolled, and no refunds will be given at any time. 8-Refunds will not be issued one a session is in process. Credits will be issued only for extreme illness or injury to dog or handler that prevents them from attending the rest of the session. Students must provide documentation of the incident; from the Veterinarian for the dog, or Physician for the Human. Kim Seiter Dog Agility reserves the right to not offer credits. 9-Missed classes: If a student is unable to attend a class for any reason they make come to another class of a comparable level with the instructor’s approval. These make-up classes MUST be done in the session enrolled and will not be held to be used in future class sessions. This policy is a “courtesy for students” abusing this courtesy the student will be denied use of this and no make-up classes will be allowed. 10-Private Lessons: All new clients must pre-pay for private lessons once scheduled. All current private lesson students must pay at the time of the scheduled lesson. Any late payments will be subject to a 5% late fee. 11-The owners of Kim Seiter Dog Agility reserve the right to refuse services to any person who exhibits behavior that is detrimental to the school. 12- Acts of God: Kim Seiter Dog Agility reserves the right not to credit students for missed classes in the event of extreme weather conditions resulting in the school’s closure. Instead of class credits students will be asked to attend other classes to make up for the missed classes.

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Fascinating fact:
Dogs have a sense of smell that’s between 10,000 and 100,000 times more acute than ours! The sport of Scent Work celebrates the joy of sniffing, and asks a dog to sniff to their heart’s content; turning your dog’s favorite activity into a rewarding game. It is a terrific sport for all kinds of dogs, and is a wonderful way to build confidence in a shy dog.
In so many dog sports the handler is in control but this isn’t true in Scent Work. Neither the dog nor handler knows where the target odor is hidden. The handler has to rely on the dog, and follow the dog’s nose to success. In Scent Work, it is the canine who is the star of the show.
The sport of Scent Work is based on the work of professional detection dogs (such as drug dogs), employed by humans to detect a wide variety of scents and substances. In AKC Scent Work, dogs search for cotton swabs saturated with the essential oils of Birch, Anise, Clove, and Cypress. The cotton swabs are hidden out of sight in a pre-determined search area, and the dog has to find them. Teamwork is necessary: when the dog finds the scent, he has to communicate the find to the handler, who calls it out to the judge.

Jenn Stollery

Meet Jenn Stollery, a passionate advocate for the bond between humans and animals, whose journey intertwines a profound love for canines with a career dedicated to their care. With a foundation laid in the early 90s within the veterinary field, Jenn has cultivated a deep understanding of animal behavior, health, and wellness that extends far beyond the confines of a clinic.
In 2004, Jenn embarked on an exhilarating adventure into the world of dog agility, igniting a spark that would fuel their passion for competitive dog sports. Over the years, she has honed her skills, both as a handler and a trainer, pushing boundaries and embracing the challenges that come with navigating agility courses alongside her loyal canine companions.
But it wasn't just agility that captured Jenn's heart. In 2014, she discovered the captivating world of nosework, finding joy and fulfillment in the intricate dance of scent detection. With their keen sense of smell and unwavering determination, Jenn and her canine partners have embarked on a journey of exploration and discovery, unraveling mysteries one scent at a time.
Beyond the thrill of competition, Jenn finds solace in the obedience ring and the structured precision of rally, where teamwork and communication between human and canine are paramount. Their dedication to these disciplines showcases not only their commitment to excellence but also their profound belief in the power of the human-animal bond to transcend boundaries and enrich lives.
Through her experiences, Jenn has become a beacon of inspiration within the dog sports community, sharing their knowledge, passion, and unwavering dedication to nurturing the bond between humans and their four-legged companions. Whether she is competing in the ring, training alongside fellow enthusiasts, or advocating for the welfare of animals, Jenn continues to leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all who have the privilege of crossing paths with her.

Scent Work Instructors

Stephanie Staszak
Stephanie got her first dog in college and her first Portuguese water dog (PWD) in the1990’s and hasn’t been without a PWD since. Initially she started her first PWD in breed. Moving onto agility when she saw unusually large equipment in the field of the place she was training. This was back when there was only one agility organization - USDAA. After training 6 different PWDs, 2 knee surgeries and adopting a blind dog. She discovered Nose Work to engage the little fellow. Nose Work (NSCSW) & Scent Work (AKC) was an amazing way to relationship build with the dog. The blind dog passed away a week before entering his first Oder Recognition Test. She has since gone on to work two additional PWDs in both NACSW and AKC. She is currently competing at the upper levels of both organizations. Believing that each organization offers their own benefits.