The North American Sport Dog Association (NASDA) Online Title Program offers a convenient way for dogs and handlers to earn official titles through virtual participation. This program allows competitors to submit videos of their dog’s performance in various scent detection challenges, which are then reviewed by qualified NASDA judges. Designed for those who may not have access to in-person events, the online program ensures that all participants can enjoy the thrill of competition and recognition, no matter their location. To learn more about the Online Title program, visit the Exhibitor Resource Guide.
New for 2026: Trailing & Locating Online (TLO) + Expanded Baby Puppy & Puppy Eligibility
We’re excited to announce that the NASDA Trailing & Locating Online (TLO) Title Program will officially launch on February 1, 2026! This new online option allows teams to earn Trailing & Locating titles while training and searching in their own environments, using the same NASDA rules and judging criteria applied to in-person events.
Effective immediately, exhibitors may also submit Puppy Aptitude Tests for puppies 12 weeks and older in the following sports:
Shed Dog (SPATO)
Lost Item Recovery (LPATO)
Trailing & Locating (TPATO)
Urban Locating (UPATO)
In addition, puppies 16 weeks and older are eligible to participate in:
Lost Item Recovery Online
Urban Specialist titles
Trailing Specialist titles
Additional details and submission requirements are available in the Exhibitor Resource Guide.
Lost Item Online
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Four Levels of Competition
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Minimum Age: 4 months
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Master Champion Title
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Inviational Eligible
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7 Specialist Games Titles
Shed Dog
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Combines with SD-I and SD-II
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Minimum Age: 6 months
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Invitational Eligible
Trailing & Locating
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Unique Challenges
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Minimum Age: 4 months
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More games to come!