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Using food in training
Let's get something clear, while I use the word I actually don't like calling them treats. I just haven't come up with a better word for using a small morsel of food to reinforce a behaviour a dog performs - if you have an idea for one, let me know because I'd really...
How to Make Your Own Snuffle Ball – An Easy Snufflemat Alternative
Snuffle mats are great, until your dog decides they’re actually a frisbee. That’s what happened with Breckin, my elderly Springer spaniel, who thought flinging his snuffle mat around was just part of the game. The problem? He had spondylosis. The goal was calm...
Enrichment
20 August, 2017 Life with dogs Enrichment Training & Behaviour Enrichment refers to the manipulation of the environment to stimulate mental and physical activity of an animal. You might have seen footage of keepers creating puzzle toys with food inside for animals in...
Product Review: Planet Dog Orbee Tuff Snoop and Nook
We use food dispensing toys a lot here at TWW HQ. Stuffed Kongs are a staple but we use the usual kibble dispenser types also, even empty coke bottles are utilised -the dogs really love those and the noise they make. We've tried out many different food dispensing toys...
