SuperK9 Search Blogs

If your dog seems to hit a wall when it comes to buried searches in AKC Scent Work, you’re not alone! This element often has the lowest qualification rate – but why? Does your dog struggle with AKC buried searches more than any other scentwork/nosework elements? Even if your dog doesn’t personally struggle, do you ever wonder why the majority of teams find this element so uniquely challenging? I believe there are four primary reasons why most teams struggle more with buried searches than any other element. Three of these reasons are deeply rooted in Scentwork Science. Understanding Odor Molecules Before diving into the specifics of buried search dynamics, let’s establish a foundational understanding: What exactly is odor? Simply put,