6.40 pm (Thurs) | 1-to-1 Tracking

Service Description

This is a 1-to-1 tracking session, so it's suitable for complete beginners as well experienced teams. The session will be tailored to you and your dog and where you're at. - What is tracking? Tracking is where dogs follow a trail of human scent, and finds scented items along the way - a chance for your dog to use their nose and brain in the way they were built to. Watching your dog gain confidence as their skills increase - navigating environments from rural to city centre, following their nose, problem solving, working with you - is an incredibly satisfying feeling and and the benefits to your dog will speak for themselves. - What are the benefits of tracking? ● Tires your dog out more efficiently than physical exercise alone - a mentally stimulated dog is a calmer dog ● Works natural instincts in a controlled, positive way ● Sniffing boosts optimism, curiosity, decision-making and emotional regulation ● Gives your dog a job to do - and you a shared purpose - Is this suitable for nervous or reactive dogs? Yes. By using tracking, we can remove the person element by not having a trail layer at the end. Some locations will be more suited than others depending on how reactive your dog is; if in doubt, get in touch (woof@talkbark.co) to discuss. - What equipment will you need? Please bring a harness for your dog to wear that it can pull in without affecting movement (preferably a y-shaped harness). You will also need a long line between 8 and 10 metres (I have spares to borrow). Your dog should arrive with a collar on and be wearing it all times.