Shed Hunting 101
Beginner-friendly shed hunting dog training course. Learn to train your dog to find shed antlers using scent work fundamentals. Perfect introduction to hunting dog training for all skill levels.
Most dogs can learn basic shed hunting. It's really about scent work and motivation. Some dogs take to it naturally, others need more work. This course shows you how to figure out what works for your dog.
You can start young dogs around 4-6 months with basic scent work, though keep in mind teething puppies might be more interested in chewing antlers than finding them! Older dogs can learn too. The course covers different approaches based on your dog's age and experience.
Nope! This is designed for beginners. We cover the basics of scent work and finding sheds. No prior experience needed.
Depends on your dog and how consistent you are. Some dogs get it quickly, others take longer. The course helps you work at your dog's pace.
Not much! Basic gear recommendations are covered in the course, but you can start simple. It's more about technique than equipment.
Course Curriculum
Welcome to Shed Hunting
Getting Started/Gear Needed
Drill Progression Overview Flow Chart
Building the Game
Naming the Game
Creating the Exchange
Scaling Eyesight to Nose
How Odor Moves
Testing the Cue and Generalizing
Changing Shed Frequency
Proofing Hunt Variables
Proofing Ideas
Planning the Hunt
Planning the Hunt
Things to Keep in Mind Moving Forward
Key Reminders as You Head Out In the Field