Set up and use a scent tracking activity with your dog

Challenge reference: 5768

Active
Notional learning hours
10
Level
Entry 3
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Learning aim
The learner will be able to lay out a scent for their dog to track and handle their dog while scent tracking.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes

(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)

The learner will:

  • 1 .  

    Be able to select an appropriate scent for their dog and explain how to lay a scent for a dog to track.

  • 2 .  

    Be able to lay out a scent tracking pathway for their dog.

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Assessment criteria

(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)

The learner can:

  • Choose between  food, toy or clothing item for the dog to track and give a reason for their choice
  • Explain what technique they are using to lay down the scent trail and give a reason for their choice 
  • Demonstrate laying a scent track for the dog
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Assessment methodology

Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Record of oral questioning
1
Labelled product, video or photographic evidence
2
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