29/09/2026
The dog’s nose may find the hide, but several other things make the search possible.
Experience teaches that targets can be hidden in difficult places. Previous success creates expectation. Meaningful rewards build motivation to keep investigating when the search becomes challenging.
And none of it matters if the dog cannot physically get there. Strength, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness are just as important as the nose itself.
Sometimes the hardest part of a difficult hide is simply believing it’s worth checking.