Several of our daily guests have really improved playing the Scent Shell Game on our walks. They are now up to finding the birch scent out of three cans. It has taken a few weeks of daily games but the dogs are recognizing the birch scent and not just smashing cans hoping to get a treat.
Birch was too strong of an odor for some of the timid dogs like Frosty or Coco Chanel. Instead I started the game with high value treats like salmon skins, beef bits and other great smelling foods inside incense diffuser cans. Other times I would hide a can of treats to find on a nearby path and it is exciting when the dog finds it.
I am really happy to add scent games to our walks because all of our guests can play regardless of size, age or ability. Our walks are always different and exciting with enrichment like scent shell game or hide the can.
Please contact us if you’re interested in scent games for your dog. We are also currently available for weekly home visits to Del Mar, Torrey Pines, Carmel Valley and Solana Beach. We offer services such as adventure outings, destination walks, dog baths, canine cafe visits, and pet sitting visits to your home.
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