Nose Work: Every Dog Can Do It!
Name: Buddy
Handler: Jennifer Baerresen
Titles: L1V, L1C, NW1
Buddy was a rescue from our local shelter. Always a quiet and shy little guy, finding the right sport for him was challenging. This sight hound wasn’t interested in luring and agility was a little scary. Nosework has helped Buddy become more independent and he loves the game. Buddy and Jennifer earned their L1C and L1V titles in November of 2019. They earned their NW1 level in Tuscon in January 2020.
photo by Maria Bivens Name: Rusty
Handler: Marsha Reed
Titles: NW1, Harry Award, L1C, L1I, L2I
Rusty was rescued by Marsha when he was four years old. He loves camping, hiking and cuddles. He always needs a blanket to keep warm or he will keep you up at night. He is currently competing at the NW2 level.
Highlights: Harry Award
Marley, photo by Maria Bivens
Name: Marley
Handler: Rick Subriar
Titles Earned: NW1, L1C
Marley, therapy dog, is a sweet and loving girl, who prefers to be rewarded with hugs and praise over treats…though she will always take the treat. She is a happy go lucky dog that brings smiles where ever she goes. Marley earned her NW1 and L1C in 2018. Currently Marley is working on her NW2 title. In April she competed in a NW2 trial and although she didn’t title, she and Rick earned a third place ribbon for the third fastest interior time. Way to go!!!
Name: Frankie
Handler: Luana Ball
Titles Earned: L1I
Frankie earned his L1I at the March 2019 Agile Paws Dog Sports EST trials and is competing at the NW1 level. Frankie has now retired from competition at the age of 14 but he continues to take classes.
Name: Fifi
Handler: Luana Ball
Titles Earned: L1C, L1E, NW1 and Harry Award
Fifi, or “Miss Fifi” as she prefers to be called, earned her NW1 at the end 2019 and also earned the Harry Award. Fifi was a stray that was dropped off at Luana’s vet office. Even though she has a damaged leg due to past abuse, she is always happy and eager to search. She is competing at the NW2 level. Fifi is a super sniffer!
Highlights: NW1, Harry Award, Dog In White
Name: Abby
Handler: Linda Bitka
Titles Earned: L1E
Abby began Nosework in 2017. Initially very scared of new surroundings and people, her owner Linda has worked hard to help Abby feel more confident. Abby earned her L1E in 2018 and is competing at the NW1 level.