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Shell Game

Encouraging your dog to use nose and focus rather than random pawing.

Brain Training module 3-5 min Level 2 calm high supervision
Dog choosing between three cups in a shell game.

How to try it

Start with the easy version.

  1. Place a treat under one cup while your dog watches.
  2. Shuffle slowly.
  3. Reward the correct cup and reset.

Common mistake: Shuffling too quickly and turning the game into guessing.

Track: Correct choices at the easiest shuffle speed.

Where this fits in the finder

Best for attention, scent discrimination, quiet indoor play
Location indoors
Equipment three cups, treats
Safety facets low chew risk, treats, apartment
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dogs who solve food games calmly, rainy-day mental work, owners who can supervise.

Check before buying
  • large enough pieces
  • easy to clean
  • difficulty can start very easy

Skip if: your dog swallows plastic or loose pieces.

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Next step

Want the full game-based training path?

This page gives a safe starter version. The paid course organizes brain games into a progressive module sequence with video demonstrations and troubleshooting.

Best for
  • Owners who can practice short games consistently.
  • Low-risk foundation training and enrichment.
Skip if
  • Bite risk, severe fear, or unsafe handling is present.
  • Your dog needs urgent hands-on professional support.

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Skip this offer if there is bite history, severe fear, sudden behavior change, or you cannot safely control your dog.

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