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Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Club of America
This is the trial where being able to “read your
dog” becomes of the utmost importance, since
the handler has to end the search when they
think that their dog has found all of the hides
and within a given time frame.
K9
Nose Work is a sport that any PBGV would
love, because at the heart of the game is
a desire to hunt Birch, Anise or Clove “bunnies.”
We have seen many dogs of all breeds excel at
this sport, including older dogs and timid dogs.
This sport builds up a dog’s self-confidence and
keeps their minds sharp. And it allows you, the
handler, to improve on your partnership with
your canine companion and gain a better un-
derstanding of how they experience the world
around them.
Editor’s Note: To find out more about activities you can do with your dog, such as Nose Work, contact your local obedience
clubs, dog training clubs or AKC kennel club associations. A simple Google search for “dog obedience training,” “dog training
club,” etc., will help you find local resources in your area that can open up a whole new world of activities to keep your scent
hound entertained and channel that extra energy into a fun and good activity instead of the mischief we know they can find
on their own. Many of these activities also offer AKC titling so you can add some titles to their end of your dog’s name.
Next Issue:
Texas Hunt - January 21 & 22
Texas PBGVs get a chance to test their natural hunting abilities.
Join us on the hunt field or read about our adventures in the next issue of Saber Tails
Westminster - February 13 & 14, 2017
Watch Live Streaming Coverage of individual breeds 8:30 am - 4 pm EST on Fox Sports GO
Watch Live Coverage of various breeds and Master Obedience Championship 2-4 pm EST on Nat Geo Wild channel
Watch Live Coverage of Group Competition both nights from 8-11 pm EST on channel FS1 (Fox Sports 1)
And Much More!
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