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Day 6 - Monday
We started the morning with a weekend check-in followed by some long line walks and play sessions with the dogs.
These activities provided opportunities for exploration, movement, and enrichment while allowing the campers and their pups to enjoy time together outdoors.
The campers then spent time practicing many of the skills and concepts they had learned last week.
From handling and observation skills to building trust and communication, it was a chance to strengthen their relationship with their dogs and see how much they had both grown during their time together.
The campers also participated in a communication challenge where they were paired with one another and one partner was blindfolded.
The goal was to complete tasks using guidance from their teammate. This activity quickly demonstrated how important clear, consistent communication can be.
Campers learned that vague or conflicting instructions often created confusion, while calm, specific guidance helped their partners feel more confident and successful.
The campers also enjoyed a field trip to In Harmony With Nature Wolf Sanctuary, where they had the opportunity to meet wolves and wolf-dog hybrids while learning about their unique characteristics and needs.
During our visit, we discussed the similarities and differences between wolves and domestic dogs.
While they share a common ancestry, thousands of years of domestication have shaped dogs to live alongside people in ways that wolves have not.
The campers explored how genetics, behavior, communication, and environmental needs can differ between wild and domesticated canines.
The visit also led to a deeper discussion about the difference between sanctuaries and conservation efforts, as well as how enrichment can look very different depending on an animal's environment.
The campers learned that animals living in their natural habitats often fulfill many of their enrichment needs through their daily activities, while animals living in captivity depend on the humans who control the 8 Spheres of Enrichment.
We ended the day with a swim for the campers and their pups.
Beyond being a fun way to cool off, swimming provided physical exercise, enrichment, and another opportunity for the campers and dogs to enjoy quality time together.
By this point in camp, it's easy to see how much the relationships between the campers and their dogs has grown.
Many of the dogs appear more relaxed, confident, and comfortable as they explore new experiences alongside their young handlers.
These shared adventures not only help strengthen the human-dog bond, they also help dogs build confidence as they learn that new places, people, and activities can be safe and enjoyable.
More adventures tomorrow!
The Camp Doglando Team
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