Rat Scent Sports
Explore your dog's instinctual scenting abilities in an engaging rat scent class. Your dog will learn to search for the specific scent of a live rat to indicate the location of the rat to you. This type of dog sport is done as a team effort between you and your dog. These scenting class provides mental stimulation in addition to biological fulfillment in your canine companion.
Available classes are geared towards the two most popular Rat Scent Sports currently:
- Searching for rats in plastic tubes around hay bales,
- Searching for rats in boxes around an urban man-made environment with the addition of following a rat scent track along the ground in a natural rural environment.
To be very clear, there are *NO RATS HARMED IN THESE SPORTS* with the safety of the rats as a top priority. These rats are extremely loved pets that enjoy the enrichment and stimulation of coming out to work with the dogs. Check out the Hide 'n' Squeak Rattery tab for more behind-the-scenes information on the rats, from working adults, to available babies.
**Please Read Instructions**
The Hide 'N' Squeak classes will be held at field in Briones, Martinez.
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There is no cell service at this location, so please loads your directions before leaving!
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There is also no running water, so please pack enough water for both you & your dog.
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The rural environment can be unforgiving, so please prepare for heat, wind, and/or bugs!
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Dogs are to be kept on leash at all times, unless training within the fences.
The closest address to Map is 1050 Pereira Rd, Briones, CA 94553.
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Turn onto Pereira Rd at the intersection of Reliez Valley Rd, and Bear Creek Rd. (First Picture)
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Take the first left at the gravel driveway. (Second Picture)
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The next gate will be straight ahead - look for the American flag & black dog training banners at the gate entrance. (Third Picture)
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Please be courteous - do not visit the horse barn or horses in the pasture.
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Drive Slow - Speed Limit is 5 MPH!
