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A working dog mid-search during a Nose Work trial, nose down, focused on a hide.
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California · 19 places

Nose Work in California

Local trainers, clubs, facilities and upcoming events for Nose Work across California, gathered in one place.

Nose Work · California

Getting started near you.

The dog leads. You follow. No jumping, no chaos — just a hidden scent and the moment your dog says, “I found it.”

In California, Nose Work is most active around Aptos, Atascadero, and 17 other cities, with 1 upcoming event on the calendar.

3Trainers
4Clubs
11Facilities
1Upcoming events
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On the map

Nose Work across California, mapped.

Map of 18 nose work venues around California
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Where to train

Trainers, facilities & clubs in California.

Trainers · 3

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Facilities · 11

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Clubs · 4

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On the calendar

Upcoming Nose Work events.

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