The Scent Tape decoy is a clever way to hide scent during scent training in the garage, workshop, or home. Equipped with a threaded socket for Fluonose Nano+ cans and a functional slider to adjust scent emission, it allows for precise difficulty scaling. With a rubber strap and realistic appearance, it blends perfectly into the surroundings, forcing the dog to work with its nose, not its eyes.
Hello! If your dog can already find a scent can in the middle of an empty room with its eyes closed, it means it's time for real challenges. In nosework, the hardest part is getting the dog to stop looking for the "box" and start searching for a specific scent molecule. And that's where our Scent Tape Dummy comes in – all yellow and black, looking exactly like those measuring tapes that are lying around every workshop or garage.
This is not just another empty can. It's an optical camouflage element that makes training incredibly realistic. You place it on the counter next to real tools, hang it on a shelf, or toss it in the corner of the garage – for the dog, it's just another everyday object that "might" have a scent. This way, you teach your four-legged friend to focus on the source of the aroma itself, not the shape of the object.
Our measuring tape is the perfect companion for other tools in the Fluo series. If you already have the Scent Driver Screwdriver Dummy or our scent hammer, then Scent Tape will complete this "workshop" set. Best of all, all these dummies use the same standard – they fit Fluonose Nano+ scent cans. You can switch one can between different dummies, saving time on preparing samples!
What sets Scent Tape apart from other "decoys" is the functional slider. Just like in a real measuring tape, it serves to lock the tape, here it is used to... manage the scent! By sliding it, you can reveal or cover the ventilation hole. Want your dog to have an easier time at the beginning of the session? Slide the slider back and let the scent flow freely. Want to practice "scent silence" or very subtle trails? Close the hole almost completely.
Scent Tape is designed for the Fluonose Nano+ can. At the bottom, you'll find a precise, threaded socket where you screw in the can. This ensures that nothing falls out while transporting the dummy, and the scent will only be released through the dedicated opening under the slider. It's pure physics and pure training!
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Body diameter | approx. 6 cm |
| Material | Durable polymer material |
| Color scheme | Yellow-black (classic workshop) |
| Compatibility | Thread for Fluonose Nano+ cans |
| Mounting | Rubber strap (included) |
Don't know how to use Scent Tape in practice? Try this scenario, inspired by professional environmental search training:
Preparation: In the garage or workshop, choose an area of about 3x3 meters, where there are plenty of tools (boxes, shelves, counters). Place a scent sample in a Nano+ can and screw it into the Scent Tape. Remember to keep the measuring tape "hot" and the rest of the tools (hammers, screwdrivers) "cold".
This kind of training builds incredible confidence in the dog and teaches it that the scent can be everywhere – even in the least obvious object!
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