Ella Memorial Barn Hunt Trial 5/30-6/1 - Pre-Entry Deadline is 5/21!

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Rat Hunt Training in Springfield

Scent work with live rats provides safe and fulfilling enrichment for dogs of all breeds and ages, while enhancing the bond between dog and handler. Join us for a unique opportunity for your dog to fulfill those biological hunting instincts in a way that's fun and safe for all involved (including the rats)! 

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Location

City Sniffers Springfield, 800 N MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL


Parking for training visits is in the small paved lot to the south of the building (on right when facing from street). Look for our sign to find the entrance doors to the City Sniffers facility on the south and east sides of the building - the front door of building is NOT in use! 

Training Dates Booking Now

  • Mon-Thurs, May 26-29 (attached to Ella Memorial Barn Hunt trial 5/30-6/1)
  • Fri-Tues, June 13-17 (Sunday 6/15 is special event day only)
  • Fri-Wed, June 27-July 2

Save These Future Training Dates

  • Mon-Thurs, July 21-24
  • Fri-Tues, August 8-12
  • Fri-Tues, August 22-26

Upcoming Trial Dates - all now open for entries!

  • "Land of Lincoln" Spring NASDA Trial - May 17-18
  • Ella Memorial Barn Hunt Trial - May 30-June 1

Other Special Events

  • Dog Parkour Worldwide Play Days: Saturday-Sunday, June 14-15

Registration Options

We offer both small group classes and private lessons. See below for details and pricing for each training format.


Training Policies: Registration & Equipment


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Training Formats

Small Group Classes

Small Group Classes

Small Group Classes

All levels are welcome in small group classes -- our themed lessons are adapted for each dog's (and handler's) individual learning journey. Max 4-5 dogs per 75-minute class. 


Rat Hunt Class ($25 per dog) - Students may choose to focus on just Barn Hunt, just Urban Ratting, or train for both sports. 

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Private Lessons

Small Group Classes

Small Group Classes

The suggested numbers of dogs below are based on playing just one sport at the lower levels. If your dogs are competing at more advanced levels OR if you want to practice both sports, please consider booking additional time.


Single Handler

  • $55 for 30 mins: ideal for 1-3 dogs
  • $75 for 45 mins: ideal for 3-4 dogs
  • $100 for 60 mins: ideal for 4-5 dogs


Shared Between Two Handlers* - each handler billed proportionately and pays separately through their own account

  • $60 for 30 mins: ideal for 2-3 dogs
  • $80 for 45 mins: ideal for 3-4 dogs
  • $110 for 60 mins: ideal for 4-5 dogs


*Note: To book shared lessons, please email info@citysniffers.org with all handler names & emails and your agreed time slot, and we'll set it up for you and email an invoice with online payment link. Please first make sure all handlers have created their accounts in the booking software and added all dogs who will be attending.

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