FunQuest Dog Sports, LLC
Ranked #3 in Woodinville and #83 in Washington
Service area: FunQuest Dog Sports serves Bellevue, Woodinville, South Snohomish, Issaquah, Mercer Island, and the broader Puget Sound area in Washington.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- One-Time Consultation
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
FunQuest Dog Sports offers K9 Nose Work® and Dog Agility training. K9 Nose Work® classes progress from NW1 (Introduction) to NW2 (Interior/Vehicle searches), NW3 A/B (Advanced Search Skills with box/interior/exterior searches), NW4 (Introduction to Odor with Birch), and NW4+ (Scent Work Competition Prep & Field Trips introducing Anise and Clove). Advanced Level Scent Work – Competition Prep is for teams with at least an NW1 title, focusing on complex scent challenges, trial prep, and handler skills.
Agility training includes the Jump Into Agility Workshop for an introduction to the sport. Focus on Foundation – Agility Prep teaches training games and basic “ground” skills. Fundamentals A – Agility Handler Skills refines foundation skills with distractions, and Fundamentals B – Obstacle Performance Introduction safely introduces dogs to agility obstacles.
Testimonials
“Seeing the changes in Henry since we started training has been one of the most rewarding things for me. Two years ago, our neighbors on Camano had a wedding on our compound. They had a party the night before and a brunch the day after. Henry was terrified of everyone and would bark and growl when people approached him. We ended up keeping him inside most of the weekend because it was too much for him. He is such a sweet, loving soul. He is just so tender and it broke my heart to see him afraid of everything and everyone. Last weekend, we had a going away party for a friend in the same location and there were many people I’d never met before. Henry was running up the driveway greeting each new arrival. He was going to them and accepting petting. We did tell people just to scratch under his chin. He’s still funny about hands over his head. But I almost cried! To see him happy and relaxed around new people, in a party setting, was wonderful. And to contrast with a couple of years ago was amazing! Is he still sensitive? Yes. Is he still fearful in new situations? Yes. Will we ever trial? I hope so, but if we don’t, that’s ok. He’s having fun and gaining so much confidence doing Nose work and it’s a great bonding experience for us. I think K9 Nose Work is like magic! ”
– Rachel & Henery
“K9 Nose Work has been a godsend for me and my 12 and 1/2 year old cattle dog, Grace. We started classes with Pritamo when Grace was 5 years old, for the sole purpose of continued socialization and giving her something fun and confidence-building to do. I never intended to actually compete in trials. But Pritamo warned us that this wonderful sport was addicting, and she was right! With the great foundation work we received from Pritamo’s classes, we were hooked in no time. From there it was all over but the sniffin’! Who’da thunk that my little red “fraidy dog” would one day earn her Elite 3 title?! And we’re both still hooked, so on to ELT-CH! Good Girl, Grace!”
– Sherry & Grace
“My 6.5 year old toy poodle Maggie has been quite shy since she was a puppy. Participating in K9 Nose Work class has changed her intro a different girl. She is now much more confident, outgoing and friendly and she LOVES her Nose Work!”
– Colleen
About the Trainer
FunQuest Dog Sports offers K9 Nose Work® and Dog Agility training classes and introductory workshops. The business focuses on strengthening the relationship between dogs and handlers, building confidence, and developing teamwork. They provide training for all levels, from beginners to competition preparation.
Pritamo Kentala, the founder and instructor, has over thirty years of experience in dog training. She is a Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) and holds a Canine Behaviour and Training certificate. FunQuest emphasizes positive training methods and building a strong foundation for both dogs and handlers.
The business offers small, personalized classes and private coaching. They aim to make the training process fun and productive, helping dogs gain confidence and handlers improve their communication and teamwork skills.
Accomplishments
Pritamo Kentala has over thirty years of experience in dog training. She is a Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) and earned a Canine Behaviour and Training certificate after a ten-day intensive course with John Rogerson. She regularly attends seminars and camps with top dog training professionals.
Pritamo has trained and titled her own dogs (past and current) up to the NW3 Elite level in NACSW. Her dogs have earned numerous titles and awards in various agility organizations including ADCH (USDAA-Agility Dog Champion), MACH (AKC Master Agility Champion), NATCH (NADAC), and multiple first-place finishes and High in Trial awards at national and regional competitions.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients should contact FunQuest to register or inquire about classes. If a class is full, clients can contact FunQuest to be placed on a waiting list. Arrangements can also be made in advance to observe a class.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- ASCA
- CPE
- NADAC
- NACSW
- UKC
- USDAA
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- Women-owned
- wheelchair accessible parking