Bale Hunt

This is a fun activity for all breeds of dogs, including mixed breeds.

It involves a scented item (quarry) placed in closed pvc tubes hidden in loose straw or hay and/or between or on top of the bales.

Dogs and their handlers take turns in an approximate 7m x 7m enclosure to search for the scented tube(s). The dog must climb onto at least one bale, navigate a short, straight bale tunnel, and locate one tube. The experienced dogs are given a tunnel with one or more turns and more tubes to find. A step up made of straw is part of the setup so small dogs will find it easier to get onto a bale.