SEVILLE, Ohio — There are jumping dogs who can leap through a hoop. Diving dogs who will soar off a dock after a favorite toy. Those who fetch with ease, and those who know a long list of tricks.

Dogs have an incredibly powerful sense of smell, and many everyday scents humans enjoy can be overwhelming, irritating, or even harmful to them.

Laurie Witucki first stumbled upon the sport of scent training while looking for a fun way to work with her anxious rescue dog, Rue. Rue was fearful around other dogs, so she couldn’t compete in more ...

Odor detection training often breaks down at the exact moment the dog finds the target scent. Episode 6 focuses on teaching a clear indication on the odor, so the dog learns to signal the source ...