☕ Caffeine for Scent Work Dogs? Here's What the Research Says ☕
Did you know a dog's success at following a scent can be increased through training... or small amounts of caffeine?
That's right—just like caffeine sharpens our senses, it can do the same for dogs. But before you hand over your morning coffee, here's the key: SMALL amounts only.
⚠️ Don't go giving your dog large amounts of coffee or energy drinks! Their hearts can't handle it like ours can.
The better approach? Proper training and progressive difficulty. Start with ideal conditions (like when ground temperature is slightly higher than air temperature) and build from there.
Train smart, not just hard! 🐕
Clip taken from the dog training podcast, Pack Talk Podcast 86, where we review the book "The Dog's Mind" by Dr Bruce Fogle, DVM, available on Amazon
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