Starter kit for scent training: four training cones with a hidden scent chamber and one Fluonose Mini+ scent can – everything you need to start practicing nosework with your dog right away.
The screw-on bottom of each cone securely closes the chamber, eliminating contamination of the ground, while the magnetic stopper securely holds the Fluonose can inside. Available in a single color version or as a predefined color mix – in IMPACT material (16 colors) or rubber (13 colors).
If you are training with your dog in nosework or just starting your adventure with scent detection, you probably know that a sample container is not just "something to put a cotton ball in." What matters is how the scent disperses, where it goes, and whether it stays on the surface. Our scent work starter kit has been designed with this in mind – to make scent work clean, predictable, and comfortable for both the dog and the handler. In the kit, you immediately get four training cones and one Fluonose Mini+ scent can – a complete set ready for your first session.
Regular sports cones from a fitness accessory store are flat, open at the bottom, and completely unsuitable for scent work. By placing a sample under such a cone, you risk that the scent will seep into the surface and remain there for a long time – which is a serious problem for a dog learning detection. Our cone has a screw-on bottom with a seal, allowing the scent to escape only through the opening at the top of the cone. The dog receives a clear, concentrated column of scent – and knows exactly where to search.
An additional advantage is the metal element in the cap, which, together with the magnet built into the Fluonose Mini+ scent can, creates a stable connection. The can does not move around the scent chamber during transport or when the dog gets a little too curious about the cone. 🐾
The set is available in two material variants. The IMPACT version is made of hard, durable plastic resistant to mechanical damage and weather conditions. It’s a good choice if you care about durability and a wide range of colors – you have 16 colors to choose from. The rubber version is a cone made of soft rubber on a hard plastic cap. It is slightly more flexible and soft to the touch – it may work particularly well for dogs that tend to play with the cone rather than just marking it. Available in 13 colors.
Both versions have identical functions and parameters – screw-on cap, metal element for can attachment, scent outlet at the top, and a wide, stable base that does not tip over even in strong winds.
In nosework, the key is the division between warm containers (with a scent sample) and cold containers (without scent). For the handler, this is obvious – but to avoid confusion when preparing the exercise, it’s worth having a consistent system. A single color set works perfectly when you want to buy one cone in a different color as a permanent warm – and treat the other four as cold. In the mix version, you get a ready set of multicolored cones – just choose one color as “warm” and stick to it consistently.
Looking for additional cans for the set? Check out Fluonose Mini+ scent cans available in several variants marked with scents – cinnamon, clove, and orange peel. They fit perfectly into the cone's chamber and connect magnetically with the cap. If you prefer to insert the scent carrier directly (cotton ball, stick), that’s not a problem either – the chamber is large enough.
Below we describe a sample training session based on proven methods of working with containers in scent detection. This is a good starting point for both dogs just beginning their journey with scent work and for more experienced ones needing new challenges.
To start, take one cone from the set, place the Fluonose Mini+ can with a scent sample inside, and screw on the cap. This is your warm cone. Place it on the floor and allow the dog to sniff freely. When the dog stops at the cone and shows clear interest in the scent coming from the top – reward immediately. Repeat several times. The goal of this stage is not yet marking, but positive association: this cone = something fun is happening.
This is where the entire set comes in. Spread all four cones on the floor – one warm (with the can inside) and three cold (cap screwed on, nothing inside). Release the dog with the command to search and watch closely. When the dog stops at the warm cone and marks it – reward immediately. Gradually change the position of the warm cone between repetitions.
Set up the cones in different places – on the lawn, along the path, in the yard. One warm, three cold. The screw-on bottom of our cone is key here: the scent does not seep into the grass or surface, so the dog will not be confused when sniffing the ground. The entire scent trail focuses in the cone and exits through the top opening – the dog learns to search for the source, not for traces on the ground. A great exercise for distinction and confidence in marking.
Remember: always store warm cones separately from cold ones. You can mark them with colors, a sticker on the cap, or simply keep them in separate bags. This is rule number one in nosework – a warm container never becomes cold and vice versa. Thanks to the screw-on cap and tight chamber, our cone maintains scent cleanliness very well – after the session, just screw on the cap and the scent stays inside, not smearing around the bag.
If you are looking for even more inspiration for scent training, check out our other nosework accessories: Scent cone for Nosework training or check out Scent barrel with carousel function – the perfect combination with the cone set for more advanced handlers.
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