9. Why Sniffing Is Essential For Your Dog’s Happiness

Did you know letting your dog sniff is just as important as letting them run?

It’s true, and in this episode of Positive Playtime, we’re digging into the power of your dog’s nose.

We’re joined by Jamie and Gemma Pound from UK Sniffer Dogs, who’ve helped thousands of dogs and owners tap into the benefits of scentwork. Whether you have a high-energy dog who struggles to switch off or a nervous rescue looking for enrichment, this episode is full of practical ways to help them thrive.

No need to be a pro, you’ll learn how to bring scent-based games into everyday life, even if you’ve never tried scentwork before.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ Why sniffing supports your dog’s mental and emotional wellbeing

✔️ Easy scentwork games you can try at home

✔️ How scent-based play can help anxious or over-excited dogs

✔️ Real success stories that show the impact of sniffing

🐾 Learn more about UK Sniffer Dogs: uksnifferdogs.com  

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👉 Want to dive deeper into the power of sniffing? Check out these great resources:

• Why sniffing is essential for your dog’s wellbeing
  

• Scent training for dogs: how to get started
  

• UK Sniffer Dogs courses for owners

  
  

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