Nose Work:<\/strong> Allowing pets to use their primary sense (smell) to find food, rather than just eating from a bowl.<\/p>\nConclusion<\/h2>\n
We should really let our pets be \u2018themselves\u2019 and stop expecting them to be \u2018smart little humans.’ Give them the \u2018breathing space\u2019 that is necessary for everyone\u2014humans or animals. Train, but suppress their natural instincts excessively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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