It may help to have the dog on a lead (a lightweight Houseline is ideal) when first introducing the Interactive Dog Games, to encourage controlled play.

 Keep play sessions short and fun, always trying to end on a positive, successful note.

 Rather than using lots of extra treats, encourage the dog to ‘learn to earn’ by giving part of his daily ration of food in the Interactive Dog Game.

 To encourage your dog just to use his nose – try placing the toy on a higher surface e.g. a chair, this is also good if your dog is recovering from an injury.

 If the dog has already been taught ‘Target Training’, then it is possible to teach him to dislodge the bones by either his nose or paw on command. Smart dogs can even switch between the two.

 Have fun!