With over 30 years of professional animal training experience and more than a decade specialising in scent work, Peta brings an exceptional depth of knowledge to every session. Through her work with On the Nose Scent Work, she has helped hundreds of teams — from brand new beginners through to advanced competition handlers — develop thoughtful, confident, and independent search dogs.
Peta is widely respected for her ability to:
Break down complex scent work concepts into clear, practical steps
Build genuine hunt drive and independence in dogs
Troubleshoot tricky alert and search issues
Support handlers to read their dogs with greater clarity
Create training plans that are realistic and achievable in the real world
Her coaching style is supportive, observant, and highly practical — and very much guaranteed to include plenty of fun and laughter along the way. You won’t just run searches… you’ll understand why things are happening and what to do next.
Whether you’re just getting started or polishing advanced skills, these sessions are designed to meet you and your dog exactly where you are. Expect thoughtful setups, real-time coaching, and plenty of opportunity to refine your teamwork.