"Sniffari" Walks & Enrichment
Note: For previous clients only
Your dog will LOVE going on a "Sniffari" - a chance to take in all the smells, explore safely, and decompress!
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It's like an enhanced dog-walking service for my clients in Monroe, WA. I bring your dog to a trail or nearby park for a nice, long sniffy walk while continuing to practice and maintain behaviors learned during training.
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An excellent option for your dog after we've completed a training package!
What Is a Sniffari?
A sniffari (AKA "sniffy walk," "scent walk," or "decompresssion walk") is when your dog gets to literally stop and sniff the flowers. Rather than simply getting from point A and point B, the dog gets to explore an area and follow his nose.
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Sniffing helps dogs build confidence, lowers their heart rate, helps relieve boredom and stress, and provides much-needed mental stimulation.
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Check out this article from Discover Magazine about why "Sniffari" will tire your dog out more than the usual walk:
What Happens on a Sniffari?
When I take a dog on a sniffari, I pick them up from their home and bring them to a nearby park, trail, or other interesting space to explore and take in all the sniffs, sights, sounds, and sensations that come with it - all while keeping them as safe as possible.
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The dog is never off-leash in a public space, and I'm close by to supervise the dog to make sure she stays out of trouble - avoiding spaces she shouldn't be, garbage, or poop, etc. I like the dog to feel as if they are off-leash and usually use a longer line and harness to help.
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We simply follow her nose throughout the sniffari. We often have opportunities to practice skills we have previously worked on such as staying calm around other dogs, people, and wildlife.
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A "sniffari" typically takes place mid-day and lasts 45 minutes. Most sniffari clients hire me on a recurring weekly basis and have autopay set-up for convenience and a 10% discount to pay $50 per sniffari.
Who is it for?
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Clients who have completed a training package or have had multiple, previous training sessions with me.​
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Clients who wish they had more time to take their dogs on a mid-day adventure but have a busy schedule.​
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Dogs who need more mental stimulation, decompression, and/or more practice with their previous training in public spaces.​​
What happens if it's raining?
We wouldn't be true Washingtonians if a little rain kept us from having fun!
I just bring towels and wipes and otherwise enjoy the typical PNW weather.
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On the other hand...
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If the weather conditions are dangerous in any way (lightning in the area, extreme temperatures, high wind, or air quality concerns), we may do some other enrichment activities instead.
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In these situations, I often do things like:
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Nosework
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Brain Games
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Trick Training
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Go to a dog-friendly store or other safe space if possible/appropriate
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Either way, your dog gets to have lots of fun and is ready for a nice, long nap afterward.