As hunters take to the fields and dogs are tested for their detection abilities, new research sheds light on factors that influence dogs’ olfactory abilities. Researchers studied 411 untrained family dogs of various breeds, finding these factors:
- Age matters in olfactory performance
- Temperature and humidity did NOT matter
- Sex and neutering status had no effect
- Dogs performed better indoors versus outdoors
Source: Innovative Veterinary Care Journal, August 16, 2024. Link.