Next steps

Wow! Here we are at the final chapter – congratulations on your dedication!  You are now armed with knowledge to understand your dog’s stress patterns…

A final word before you set off…

Keep focused on the summit.   There are no straight lines in nature. As a winding river must follow the contours of the landscape on its…

Graduation

Hurrah! It’s time to celebrate graduation, so give your dog a present to congratulate them. Non-frustrating, enjoyable problem-solving opportunities create optimism. Introducing new relationship-building activities…

Introduction

We all know the iconic and versatile Swiss army knife. This is the dog version. Or as the Scouts say, Be Prepared. This is your…

Introduction

You’ve implemented some calming activities in the home. It’s now time to head to the great outdoors. Well, almost.  This set of tools has multiple…

Exploration Zone

Scentventure Compass Point: Exploration Which 20 minute activity is ‘as tiring as an hour-long walk’ and leaves reactive and distracted dogs in a deep state…

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Scentventure Compass Point: Partnership This one is for when you need to move past a distraction – whether that’s another dog, a person, or a…

To the Treats!

Scentventure Compass Point: Partnership Calm walks start at home and if you can prevent reactions in the house, you will start your walks more calmly.…

Sausage Logs

Scentventure Compass Point: Scent A.K.A. Cheese Trees! In this activity dogs sniff out and discover treats on logs, fences, trees, benches, rocks, or any other…

Introduction

Develop activities that are positive outlets for your dog’s endless exhausting energy. Use them for relaxation in the house and before walks. A dog who…