Tell A Tail Dog Training

Structured group classes teaching dogs systematic scent detection techniques. Instructors guide handlers through odor recognition, container searches, and environmental adaptation while emphasizing positive reinforcement. Sessions available for all skill levels from beginner introductions to advanced skill development.

30-minute Zoom sessions analyzing pre-submitted training videos to create customized action plans. Focus areas include odor detection challenges, final response refinement, and working with high-drive dogs. Available for individual skill troubleshooting and technique improvement.

45-minute in-person sessions addressing specific training challenges with personalized instruction. Available Thursday and Friday mornings for focused work on scent detection mechanics, container search efficiency, and handler-dog communication improvements through targeted exercises.

Certified Nose Work Instructor with extensive experience developing training methodologies for high-drive dogs. Specializes in toy reward systems and final response refinement through positive reinforcement techniques.

Offers expertise in odor detection training with morning and evening class availability. Focuses on building foundational scenting skills for dogs at all proficiency levels through structured progressive exercises.

Provides evening training sessions specializing in advanced scent detection techniques. Experienced in developing systematic search patterns and improving handler communication during complex odor scenarios.

Conducts Thursday evening classes with a focus on environmental adaptation and search pattern optimization. Helps handlers develop consistent odor identification methods across diverse training conditions.

Leads introductory classes for new participants. Specializes in building foundational scent detection skills with beginner dogs through gradual exposure to container searches and odor recognition exercises.

We offer group classes at multiple experience levels including introductory odor recognition, container searches, and advanced scent detection training with certified instructors.

Private 45-minute sessions are available Thursday and Friday mornings for specific training challenges with certified nose work specialists.

Yes, 30-minute online consultations analyze submitted training videos to create customized improvement plans for scent detection challenges.

We accept credit card payments and Zelle transfers for ongoing classes and private training sessions.

Our certified instructors include Wendy Krehbiel, Carol Wilson, Stephanie Jones, Deirdre McGrath, and Mary Beth Davis, each specializing in different aspects of nose work training.

Wendy is a gifted trainer who has taken my dog and me from a place where we didn't seem to understand each other in nosework trials, to a place where I love working with my dog, and he has discovered a new enthusiasm for learning, and searching. She knows what she's talking about and is a keen observer of how I interact with my dog that leads to breakthrough understanding on my part. Taking classes from Wendy has really changed my relationship with my dog and given me insights into training and behavior that I never possessed.

I started taking K9 Nose Work classes from Sarah and Wendy a year ago. Yesterday, my little Norwich Terrier, affectionately known as "The Hamster, " passed her ORT (odor recognition test) for all three odors, and is now eligible to compete for Level 1 titles. I've never competed in any dog sport before, but nose work is so much fun, for both dog and handler. Wendy and all the instructors at Tell a Tail are so gentle, supportive, and good at what they do, that all the dogs succeed and have a great time doing so.

Nose work is a sport open to all dogs -- purebreds, mutts, seniors, dogs with physical disabilities, shy dogs, reactive dogs, and more. It's been wonderful to see how much fun they all have, and how dogs with problems just blossom in this environment. I couldn't recommend Wendy and Tell a Tail more highly. Wonderful, knowledgeable people in a warm and caring, yet completely professional, environment.

Bean graduated the puppy class a few months ago! I found this place thanks to Yelp and had a great experience. Wendy had a lot of helpful info in socializing my shy chi, as well as helping her learn basic commands. I actually looked froward to going to class because I could tell the great progress Bean and I were making. Pepe is next in line for training!

Wendy is a GREAT instructor, using positive methods, encouragement and humor to make her classes fun and the dogs successful. In 2008 we adopted an adult dog who was terrified of everyone and everything. Wendy taught me how to help my dog "handle life, " trust people, build confidence - and really start enjoying life. My dog not only learned obedience and tricks, but it changed her from a fearful, insecure dog into a happy dog who is full of spunk and fun. We've been taking Wendy's Nose Work classes for the last 1 1/2 years and my dog has turned into an amazing little scent hunting "machine" who lives to do Nose Work. Wendy makes every week's class challenging and fun and helps us to continue to grow and improve. I highly recommend Wendy's classes.