We all know that a dog’s sense of smell is up to 100,000 times more sensitive than ours. Their noses have around 300 million olfactory receptors, compared to our 6 million. But did you know that a dog can breathe in and out of its nose at the same time!! 😱🤯
But why do they need to do that?? 🤔 read below to find out plus other amazing facts about the dogs nose!
• Separate Breathing and Scent Detection: Dogs can breathe in and out at the same time, meaning they don’t lose the scent when sniffing. Their nostrils even work independently, helping them pinpoint where a smell is coming from.
• Scent Memory: Dogs can remember and recognise smells for years. This is one reason they’re used for search and rescue, detecting diseases, or sniffing out hidden items like drugs or explosives.
• Moisture Matters: The moisture on a dog’s nose helps trap scent particles, allowing them to analyse even faint smells more effectively.
• Specialised Noses: Some breeds, like Bloodhounds, are particularly known for their scent-tracking ability. They can follow trails for long distances, even days old.
Their sense of smell plays a huge role in how they interact with the world, making it a key part of their daily lives and wellbeing. Understanding their noses can help us better appreciate their needs!
#dogsnose #scentdog #sniffingdog #homeboardingbamberbridge
🚨Don’t leave it too late! 🚨
This is your reminder to start playing fireworks sounds now for your dogs and get them ready for the big night! 🎇🎆
#dogwalkerbamberbridge
#dogsandbonfirenight
Ok so the go kart isn’t the key here but if you have one it might come in handy, so get it out and let the dogs play! 🏎️🏎️🏎️🏎️
😆Just kidding!😆
Either watch the video or read the caption below for details about this great activity that engages your dog’s nose and helps them to switch off.
Step 1. Get a treat your dog is willing to work for, something you know they will enjoy sniffing out until they’ve found every last one!
I’ve gone for the Nova Paddock Farm pate meat chopped up into small bite size pieces.
Step2. Hide the treats around the garden and don’t forget to do it at different heights to really challenge your dog’s nose!
Step 3. Once you’ve hidden or scattered the treats, it’s time to ‘release the hounds’ and let their noses go to town on finding those tasty treats.
Step 4. Give your dog some calm space to relax and chill after all their hard work.
#dogsniffs #scentwork #doggames #dogchilling #dogwalkerlife
Meet Reggie our latest visitor to Walks4Paws Home Boarding! Here on trial and loving exploring all his new surroundings.
#dogwalker #dogboarding #homeboarding #dacshund #homeboardingbamberbridge
This is your sign to go visit @thenaturaltreats.co.uk and order your dog some delicious treats! Not only that but they have so many amazing products like this Bone Broth which can by used in many ways, I chose to add it to Toffee’s breakfast!
#bonebroth #thenaturaldogtreatscouk #dogfood #dogtreats
The struggle is real! Walking with little dog and panicking every time you look for him only to find him being a good boy right by your side! 😝
#dogwalkerlife #dogwalker #walkies #frenchiecross
Well that’s it, there’s no stopping Bonnie now! She ventured out on her first walk with the chief-execs of Walks4Paws and smashed it! Let the fun begin! 🤩🐶🐾
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Ooooooooh it was so nice to see my little Coco again tonight!🐶🩷 The cuddles and happy walks and more cuddles before I left. 🥰 She is a true sweetheart.
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Harry we’ve had some lovely adventures this weekend with Toffee and Rosie and what’s even more lovely is you’re starting to come out of your shell 🥰.
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No better way to spend a ☀️sunny Sunday… over in windy Blackpool for a walk!!
#beachwalk #blackpool #dogwalk #familywalk
‼️WARNING ⚠️ LONG REEL‼️ But well worth the watch. 📺
Rollo and I had the best adventure walk today at Astley Park! He loved exploring on the long line and having splash in the stream! This guy is a big softy at heart and just loves to do his own thing, so the long line is the best way with him and it brings me so much joy seeing him enjoying his walk!!
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Lovely little walk with the gorgeous @luna_bear1407 💗 and no special surprises for me on arrival today! Just her waggy tail! ☺️
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