About Us

 

 

Welcome to The Sniffer Shop! We’re Kate and Marcus Hart, the duo behind the brand. Nestled in the beautiful rural heart of South Gloucestershire, near Bristol, we share our lives with six lively Labradors (yes, six!), a rescue cat named Ollie, and a delightful flock of chickens and ducks.

Our journey began a couple of years ago when we founded My Hart Dog, blending our love for dogs with a passion for training and craftsmanship. Over the years, we’ve fostered around 20 rescue dogs, a few of whom have stayed on as permanent members of our family. Alongside this, I’ve dedicated much of my free time to training our dogs, with a particular focus on gundog and scentwork training.

My enthusiasm for scentwork led me to become a certified Gold Level UK Sniffer Dogs instructor. I absolutely love sharing the fascinating world of scent detection with other dog owners, helping them and their canine companions develop skills, confidence, and a special bond.

In the early days of teaching, I often struggled to find reliable, high-quality scentwork equipment for my classes. So, Marcus and I started creating our own. What began with a few vented tins has grown into a collection of over 50 specialized products, most of which are crafted in-house in our workshop. Whenever possible, we also source materials from suppliers within the UK, ensuring quality and supporting local businesses.

The Sniffer Shop is the result of our combined expertise, passion, and hands-on experience. Whether you’re just starting your scentwork journey or looking for professional-grade tools, we’re here to help with products designed to meet the needs of both handlers and their canine detectives.

Thank you for joining us—we can’t wait to support you and your dog on this exciting journey!