Sunshine Scentventures
Welcome to Dogwood! This August, we’re going on an adventure!
Relay Race Recall
The spirit of the relay race is centred around partnership and teamwork. With the outcome dependent on the collective efforts of all team members, communication, coordination, and synchronisation are crucial…
The same partnership that is essential for you and your dogs to enjoy safe and relaxing walks!
Club members Christie and Jax needed a new recall technique for when food just wasn’t interesting enough. So we suggested this fun and effective game that really ups the ante, keeping interest and focus on you in a distracting environment! It’s perfect for dogs who get a thrill from chasing!
Method
- Recall your dog using your normal recall cue
- As they come back to you, run away with your hand offered for Reach Out.
- When they catch you, wait for the nose touch, reward, scatter a few treats on the ground to snuffle, then run again!
- Alternatively, when they catch you, scatter a few treats on the ground to snuffle, then run again!
- They’ll likely follow once they’ve snuffled – keep on repeating the above steps.
When the game is new you may need to use your recall cue again as you run away but, soon enough, you shouldn’t need the cue!
“Classic twists on all the childhood classics. reimagined so your dog can take part too!”
Activity Guides
Here are some more activities you’ll find at Dogwood this summer.
Cartographer’s Quest
Summer adventures! Packing up the car with snacks, maps and dogs and setting forth on a road trip. The thrill
Storytime
Let me tell you about one of life’s simple pleasures – sitting somewhere quiet and reading a story to your
The Land Before Time
Inspired by the magic of “The Land Before Time”, unleash your dog’s inner explorer and let the excitement of the
Beachcombing
Unearth the magic of beachcombing, an addictive yet peaceful pursuit that unveils nature’s hidden gems. Explore the shoreline and uncover
Hula Hoops
Hula hooping, a beloved children’s game that has stood the test of time The mere sight of a vibrant hoop
Enchanted Realms
Once upon a time there existed enchanting realms and fantastical lands, where marvellous beasts roamed free and awe-inspiring creatures dwell.
Just bring treats!
We recommend packing some tasty dog treats for your field trip. Nothing fancy - very small pieces of cheese or hotdog work well. Everything else is provided for you.
Field hire
Book your own adventure this August. Jump into a time machine and set the dial to the future for Adventures in Outer Space, or spin back the clock and enter the Land Before Time. Go beachcombing and play I Spy, look out for enchanted realms and cheer your dog on as they complete the Sports Day obstacle course.
Train at Dogwood
Summer’s in full swing and our in person classes are following suit with some and immersive Sunshine Scentventure strategies to help your nervous, reactive, and high energy dogs calm down, relax and listen to you - while having a lot more fun!
for the full experience
From serious dog training techniques to make your summer outings safer, easier and more enjoyable, to enrichment, crafts and recipes, there’s something for every summer mood. Choose the parts you like best or have a go at everything.
- Teach your dog the potentially lifesaving ‘Emergency Stop’ command to halt them in their tracks wherever you are (and see how we make this fun by incorporating a childhood game!). This one is so essential that we think every dog owner should know it.
- Techniques for recall and loose lead walking so you can enjoy relaxing walks. This is not the usual boring loose lead walking and recall training, of course there’s a seasonal twist!
- How to take the techniques out onto your everyday walks to make your dog calm down, focus and listen to you.
- Activities for the full spectrum of canine enrichment: food, sensory, environmental, cognitive, tactile and social enrichment. At home, in the garden and on walks.
- And of course, plenty of feel-good adult mindfulness prompts to lift the spirits, unwind and connect.
- 100% kid friendly. Keep the whole family entertained over the holidays!
As well as all the usual Club Dogwood benefits including:
Private 1-1 Strategy Session with a trainer, personalised advice and feedback from a team of dog trainers and behaviourists, live masterclasses and monthly expert guests, PLUS the community for support and accountability, Welcome Pack in the post and special limited edition monthly packs delivered to your door.
Oh, and you can earn the special limited edition Summer Award!
Hubba hubba! Ain’t she a beauty 😍
This badge is from the Four Seasons of Scentventure Awards, but you don’t need to have done the others, each season stands alone.
Club Dogwood members will be working towards their badge in August during the Sunshine Scentventures theme.