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Happy Dog! Scavenger Hunt to Celebrate Neighbourhood Pet Store Day

Jennifer Berg CPDT-KA, CDBC

This contest is open to current private dog training clients and to members of my Social Dog Walk Class.

large outdoor statue of animal

Challenge #1

Name the park in Regina where the above photo was taken.

Bonus entry if you can provide me contact information of the artist who made it. 

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Challenge #2

Take picture of THREE different dog enrichment objects in your home. For example, the objects could be a stuffed non-toxic food-dispensing toy (e.g., a Kong or Toppl), a filled snuffle mat, an empty toilet paper roll with some treats inside, a favourite toy that your dog does not have free access to, a food puzzle toy, some sticks, grass, pine cones that you brought home on your walk for your dog to sniff later, etc. 

You can send a separate photo for each object, or you can include them in one pic. Please send one email for this entry.

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Challenge #3

Send a photo and short description of a dog enrichment activity set up in your house or yard. For example, a photo of a treat scatter or kibble trail in the house or yard, a short obstacle course in the house or yard (tasks should be safe for your dog), ACE Freework Set up, a training set up with FOUR separate stations for different activity (one station must be where the dog can choose to take a break and get a drink of water).

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Challenge #4

Choose option A or B. 

Option A: Take a photo of a purchase receipt from one of the four local independent pet supply stores (dated 2026). The photo must show the receipt’s date and the name of the store.

Option B: Take a photo of your dog visiting one of these four stores. Your dog must not be showing any signs of distress (during the ride there or in the photo).

Choose a level of difficulty that is pleasant for your dog (but not too exciting; you want your dog under threshold): 

  • a photo of your dog waiting in the vehicle with you while you are parked near the store (a portion of the store’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • a photo of your dog on leash outside the pet store (a portion of the store’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • a photo of your dog inside the pet store. (Something in the photo must be unique to that store, such as an employee standing near your dog or something with the store’s logo.)

If your dog finds car rides stressful, you can complete Option B by leaving your dog at home and taking a photo of yourself at one of the four stores. 

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Challenge #5

Take a photo of your dog with their four paws INSIDE a “box-like object” (an object or structure that has four sides that your dog is able to easily and safely step/hop in and out of). The photo can be taken outdoors or indoors. Your dog must be safe and be feeling safe and happy when attempting this challenge.

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Challenge #6

Take a photo of your dog standing/sitting/laying down next to a grooming tool (e.g., nail clippers, dog brush or comb, fur clippers). The dog must not be showing any signs of being uncomfortable.  If your dog is leaning away from the grooming tool, for example, then your dog is not comfortable being that close to the tool. There are other subtle canine stress signals you may want to learn about (e.g., “whale eye” and nose/lip licks, yawning).

For dogs who may find this difficult, please increase the distance between your dog and the grooming tool. If there is no distance where your dog is comfortable, then use the drawer or closet where the grooming tool is kept. 

Your photo (or social media link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Good Dog! Scavenger Hunt

Jennifer Berg CPDT-KA, CDBC

This contest is open to current members of my Social Dog Walk Class.

Challenge 1

QUESTION: In what location in Regina was the above photo taken? If you don’t know the location, you may answer with the name of the dog in the photo or the name of the dog’s owner.

Your answer must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.

Challenge 2

TASK: Take a photo of your dog visiting your vet clinic for a happy visit. (For example, give your dog a treat at the vet clinic and then leave and possibly do something fun that your dog will enjoy.) Your dog must not be showing any signs of distress or be over threshold.

Modification Option: If your dog experiences extreme stress during car rides, you can choose this alternative: take a photo of your dog at home with something from the vet clinic in the picture (e.g., a portion of an invoice or a vaccination record with the clinic’s name printed on it). 

Choose a level of difficulty that is pleasant for your dog but not too exciting; you want your dog under threshold: 

  • waiting in the vehicle with you while you are parked in the vet clinic’s parking lot (a portion of the clinic’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • your dog on leash outside the vet clinic (a portion of the clinic’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • your dog on leash inside the reception area of the vet clinic; or
  • your dog on leash beside a vet clinic staff member.

To submit your photo you can either post it to social media and email me the link or email me the photo.

Your photo (or link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.

Challenge 3

TASK: Take a photo of your dog standing/sitting/laying down next to an open dishwasher with dirty dishes in it. (If you do not own a dishwasher, then substitute a low table/surface with dirty dishes on it.) The dog must not be closer than 2 feet or farther than 4 feet from the open dishwasher and must not be looking at or trying to sniff/lick the contents of the dishwasher.

For dogs who may find this difficult, the dog may be on leash and/or the open dishwasher can be empty or have clean dishes in it.

To submit your photo you can either post it to social media and email me the link or email me the photo.

Your photo (or link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.

Challenge 4

TASK: Take a photo of your dog visiting one of these four local independent pet supply stores: Pawsitively Purrfect, House of Paws Pet Boutique, Cathedral Pet Stop, or Metro Pet Market.

Your dog must not be showing any signs of distress. If your dog experiences distress during car rides, you can choose this alternative: take a photo of your dog at home with something from the local store in the picture (e.g., a receipt, bag with store logo on it, or product from the store that is unique to that store). 

Choose a level of difficulty that is pleasant for your dog (but not too exciting; you want your dog under threshold): 

  • a photo of your dog waiting in the vehicle with you while you are parked near the store (a portion of the store’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • a photo of your dog on leash outside the pet store (a portion of the store’s sign or something unique to the building must be in the photo); or
  • a photo of your dog inside the pet store. (Something in the photo must be unique to that store, such as an employee standing near your dog or something with the store’s logo.)

To submit your photo you can either post it to social media and email me the link or email me the photo.

Your photo (or link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.

Challenge 5

TASK: Take a photo of your dog with their front paw(s) on an object (e.g., a tree trunk, bench, stool, wall, etc.). The photo can be taken outdoors or indoors. Your dog must be safe and be feeling safe when attempting this challenge.

To submit your photo you can either post it to social media and email me the link or email me the photo.

Your photo (or link to the photo) must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.

Challenge 6

QUESTION: What is the name of the park that has the sculpture called Wrap? Hint: the sculpture is next to “the rock.”

Your answer must be emailed to me by 11:59 pm on May 31st, 2026.