I can never walk far enough or fast enough to tire a dog. But if there’s a lot to smell? Ahhh, that’s another matter. I’ve learned that when Honey comes home tired from a walk, it’s entirely due to the work she’s put into catching all the scents on the ground and in the air. …
Smart Nose vs. Dumb Nose – A Tale of Two Doggies
Our last dog, Shadow, was reportedly a hound mix. And that seemed to be borne out by her behavior. On walks, Shadow would travel with her nose to the ground until she caught a new scent. Then she’d pull like crazy until she caught up to it. When Shadow was absorbed in a scent, she …