Looking for upcoming sessions? Check out the Events page for availability!

New to the sport?
Already trailing?

This is where you start.

These sessions follow a format unique to K9 Trailing & Training. 

Our program begins with intensive, structured education from day one.

4 sessions - approx. 3 to 4 hours each

Max 3 new teams

$300 + tax (new teams)

$400 + tax (experienced)

Foundations feeling strong? Ready to level up? Advancing in trailing can seem challenging at first, but you’ve already built the base. Now it’s time to build those skills—with support every step of the way.

You may sign up for any intro session date with approval from instructor

Approx. 3 hours

$50 + tax

Part 1 of Scent Theory is meant to build on the knowledge you obtained through K9 Trailing & Training intro sessions. Haven't taken the 4 week course?  Not to worry.  We can accomodate those with no scent theory experience.  Prior trailing experience is required. 

1 session approx. 5 hours

Min 3 teams

$75 + tax

Part 2 takes a deeper dive into theory, showing how it shapes your trailing—from reading your dog to applying knowledge that helps you assist more effectively.  

Part 1 must have been completed.  

1 session approx. 5 hours

Min 3 teams

$75 + tax

Cracking the Code Behind Why Trailing Works.  Ever wonder why reactive, overexcited, or high-arousal dogs seem to transform so quickly once they start trailing? We’ve got the answers!

1 session approx. 1 hr

Min 3 humans

$50 + tax

Our trail laying clinic is designed for handlers seeking to develop a deeper understanding of how to create effective training opportunities for themselves, their dogs, and others. A human only format, it integrates your knowledge and shows you how to apply it cohesively.

1 session approx. 3 hours

Min 3 humans

$50 + tax

Our leash-handling clinic is designed to help you refine your leash skills while learning how to communicate more clearly through the leash and body pressure.

1 session approx. 2 hours

Min 3 teams

$40 + tax

Specialty training is currently by invitation only. This is the intro session. 

1 session approx. 3 hours

Min 3 teams

$75 + tax

Specialty training is currently by invitation only. This is the drop in sessions. 

1 session approx. 3 hours

Min 3 teams

$40 + tax

Don't have trailing instruction in your area?  We can help!  Not only do we travel to train, we have a network of trailing instructor partnerships and are continually training new instructors!  

We also offer online mentorship to bridge the gap when in-person training isn't available. Reach out today to get connected.