Human-Animal Bond in Colorado

This 6-week class takes you to the next level in the sport of K9 Nose Work. Successful completion of Intro to K9 Nose Work is required to enroll. Your dog will learn to find the specific odors used in the sport: birch, clove, and anise. Searches will become more complicated during the class, and your dog will have to find the odors in boxes and around a room. This class builds your teamwork with your dog and your observation skills. Dogs must be at least six months old. This is payment only and does not enroll you in the class; you must confirm your enrollment with a HABIC trainer. Email Kate.J.Miller@colostate.edu. HABIC class fees are nonrefundable. Makeup sessions are not available for missed classes. Participation in HABIC classes does not guarantee certification.

Skill Builder classes are one-time, theme-based sessions designed to strengthen specific skills. This class is repeatable and focuses on helping dogs with real-world situations. Each class may look a little different depending on the dogs who attend. Trainers tailor exercises in real time, offering extra support or added challenge as needed to help skills stick beyond the classroom. You’re welcome to take the same theme multiple times or choose different topics based on your goals. Open to future therapy dogs, current therapy dogs, and pet dogs. Dogs must be at least six months old. This is payment only and does not enroll you in the class; you must confirm your enrollment with a HABIC trainer. Email HABICTraining@colostate.edu. HABIC class fees are nonrefundable. Makeup sessions are not available for missed classes. Participation in HABIC classes does not guarantee certification.

This 6-week class will teach you how to work with your dog as they find an object using their nose. In this class your dog will learn how to search for an object, find it, and then let you know. This class builds focus, confidence, and grows teamwork between dog and handler. Sniffing is a fun activity that uses dogs’ brains while being easy on their joints, so it's particularly beneficial for young or senior dogs. This class is open to future therapy dogs, current therapy dogs, and pet dogs. Dogs must be at least six months old. This is payment only and does not enroll you in the class; you must confirm your enrollment with a HABIC trainer. Email Kate.J.Miller@colostate.edu. HABIC class fees are nonrefundable. Makeup sessions are not available for missed classes. Participation in HABIC classes does not guarantee certification.

This 6-week class uses your dog's nose to help them find emotional regulation and calm. We will turn on your dog's seeking system which helps them feel good. You will learn games and strategies that calm your dog through sniffing out treats or exploring other odors, honing your understanding of your dog’s body language. This class is suitable for all ages and abilities of dogs, and especially for senior dogs and therapy dog teams that need another outlet for their dog. This class is open to future therapy dogs, current therapy dogs, and pet dogs. Dogs must be at least six months old. This is payment only and does not enroll you in the class; you must confirm your enrollment with a HABIC trainer. Email Kate.J.Miller@colostate.edu. HABIC class fees are nonrefundable. Makeup sessions are not available for missed classes. Participation in HABIC classes does not guarantee certification.