On Point Dog Sports

On Point Dog Sports offers structured group classes for Barn Hunt at all levels (Intro, Novice, Open, Senior, Master), held on scheduled weeknights. Drop-in sessions allow flexible participation. Private lessons provide one-on-one coaching. Run-throughs simulate trial conditions. Scent Work classes are offered on Tuesday nights. All programs are designed to progressively build skills with customized challenges based on the dog’s ability and handler experience.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $100 for 1-hour sessions. Drop-in Barn Hunt sessions are $25. Private lessons are $75 for 1 hour. Barn Hunt Run Thrus are $10 per run or $50 for six runs. Pricing is transparent and bookable online with no hidden fees.

On Point Dog Sports is a dog training facility in Millersport, Ohio, specializing in Barn Hunt, Scent Work, and Shed Hunt training for dogs of all levels. Founded by Emily Bennett, a competitive dog sport handler with multiple Master-level titles in Barn Hunt and Scent Work, the business offers a temperature-controlled pole barn with two dedicated training rings—one sized for Senior/Master levels and another for Intro/Novice/Open levels. Courses are designed by Keri Ensign, a licensed Barn Hunt judge, ensuring regulation-standard training environments. The team includes experienced trainers who compete at high levels in multiple dog sports and use positive reinforcement methods. Classes, drop-ins, run-throughs, workshops, and private lessons are available, with flexible scheduling to accommodate all handlers. The facility also hosts trials and is the only known venue in central Ohio offering a full-size regulation Barn Hunt ring.

Trainers work with dogs from puppy to senior stages, helping teams build confidence, communication, and teamwork. Clients report significant progress in their dogs’ performance and bond with their handlers, especially through customized training that adapts to individual needs. On Point Dog Sports is expanding to include Scent Work and Shed Hunt programs, led by certified trainers like Rebecca Chuha, who holds a Scent Work Master title.

The business emphasizes fun, positive experiences and has earned praise for its supportive environment, expert instruction, and accessibility to competitive-level training without requiring travel outside the region.

Accomplishments

Owner Emily Bennett competes at Master level in Barn Hunt and Scent Work with three dogs, including a Bracco Italiano and GSP. Trainer Keri Ensign is a licensed Barn Hunt judge since 2022 and has titled multiple dogs across breeds. Trainer Dana Miller and Rebecca Chuha hold Master titles in Barn Hunt and Scent Work respectively. Students from On Point have placed in the Top 50 at the Barn Hunt National Championships.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can book a drop-in session, group class, or private lesson directly through the online booking calendar. No formal evaluation is required to begin; trainers adapt instruction to each team’s current skill level on the first visit.