Barn Search for Dogs in Keighley
Let Your Dog Sniff, Climb and Search as Nature Intended!

Barn Search is a fun, scent-driven search activity where your dog gets to use their nose, navigate obstacles, and locate hidden targets in a barn-style environment.

Inspired by the popular Barn Hunt sport - and originally developed for terriers, our version is designed with every family dog in mind -with real rat scent contained in secure, dog-proof tubes, ensuring a safe, ethical, and exciting experience

Dogs get to explore stacked hay bales, tunnel through safe spaces, and learn to locate the scent using their incredible natural ability.

This is the ultimate indoor adventure for scent-loving dogs!

Terrier looking over his shoulder during a Barn Search session in Keighley

Who is Barn Search for?

Whether your dog is a scent hound, terrier, working breed or just loves to sniff and climb, Barn Search is perfect for:

Dogs with a strong nose or natural prey drive
Terriers and scent hounds who love to hunt
High-energy dogs who need focused fun
Reactive or nervous dogs who need confidence-boosting solo activities
Anyone looking for an enrichment activity that feels like play - but builds focus!

What to Expect

Dogs will search an indoor barn-style area filled with hay bales, tunnels and safe hiding places

We use rat scented containers so your dog learns how to hunt ethically and safely

Sessions are designed to match your dog's level - beginner, intermediate, or advanced

We work one dog at a time for focus, confidence and minimal stress

Why Try Barn Search?

It's instinctive - your dog already knows how to do it!
It builds mental focus and confidence
It burns energy without needing big space or fast movement
It's brilliant enrichment - especially for terriers, scent-hounds and other busy dogs!

When and Where?

Barn Search sessions will launch Autumn/Winter 2025 at our secure indoor training barn in Keighley. We'll offer:

1-to-1 taster sessions for curious newbies
Confidence-building sessions for anxious dogs
Mini intro courses for those wanting to build up skills
Friendly fun days with optional timed searches for fun and progression

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