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Your friend owns a young Beagle. Her complaint is that the dog is a slave to his nose and he rarely pays attention to anything other than following a scent. She would like your help in obedience training and behavior management. What would you suggest?

A. Use a loud voice to get the dog's attention.
B. Teach the dog to track as an outlet for his scenting ability.

C. Be more forceful with the dog.

D. Stop taking the dog on walks.




I picked B

Good choice!

Sra

Great job! Option B, "Teach the dog to track as an outlet for his scenting ability," is a good suggestion for dealing with a Beagle who is primarily focused on following scents. By providing the dog with a controlled and directed way to use its scenting abilities, you can redirect its energy and increase its focus on specific tasks. This can also serve as a mental and physical exercise for the dog.

To implement this suggestion, you can consider introducing scent training or nose work activities. These activities involve teaching the dog to search for specific scents or objects, which can be a fun and engaging way to channel its natural instincts. You can start with simple exercises like hiding treats or toys around the house and encouraging the dog to find them using its nose. As the dog progresses, you can introduce more difficult challenges, such as searching for scents outdoors or participating in scent detection games.

Remember, positive reinforcement and reward-based training methods are recommended when working with dogs. So, offering praises, treats, or toys as rewards for the dog's successful scenting efforts can further enhance its motivation and attention.