Black Truffle Olive Oil for Canine Scent Training
This black truffle-flavoured extra virgin olive oil is made from edible ingredients and is suitable for human consumption. On this product page, it is offered primarily as a scent-training aid for dogs learning to recognise and locate the characteristic aroma associated with black truffles.
This is an edible food product. Its principal intended use on this product page is canine truffle scent training.
Product Information
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Product: extra virgin olive oil with black truffle aroma
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Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, Tuber melanosporum aroma 2%
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Primary intended use: canine black truffle scent training
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Human consumption: suitable for culinary use
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Available sizes: 100 ml and 250 ml
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Shelf life: 18 months
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Country of origin: Italy
How It Supports Truffle-Dog Training
The distinctive black truffle aroma provides a consistent scent source for introducing dogs to the smell they are expected to identify during truffle-hunting exercises.
Controlled and repeated scent exposure can be incorporated into introductory scent recognition, hidden-object searches, scent discrimination and progressive outdoor training.
The product is intended to support scent association and search exercises. It is not a substitute for structured training, appropriate handling or positive reinforcement provided by the trainer.
Recommended Training Use
Apply a small amount of oil to a cotton pad, scent container, training dummy or another object used specifically for scent exercises.
Place the scented material inside a secure, ventilated training container when direct contact with the oil is not required. Hide the container in an appropriate indoor or outdoor training area and encourage the dog to locate the scent.
Only a few drops are required. Increase the difficulty gradually by changing the hiding place, distance, environment and number of scent distractions.
Do not allow the dog to drink directly from the bottle or consume an uncontrolled quantity of oil.
Always supervise training and keep the bottle securely closed when it is not in use.
Use with Food Rewards
A very small amount may be applied to a suitable training reward when this method forms part of the dog’s established scent-training routine.
The oil is intended primarily to introduce the black truffle aroma. It should not be used as the dog’s main food, dietary supplement or unrestricted reward.
Consider the dog’s individual diet, sensitivities and veterinary advice before adding any new food product to its normal feeding routine.
Suitable for Human Consumption
The oil is produced from edible ingredients and may also be used by people as a flavoured finishing oil.
Add a small amount to pasta, risotto, potatoes, eggs, sauces, meat dishes or other savoury recipes. For the best aromatic result, add it near the end of preparation rather than using it as the main cooking oil.
Although suitable for culinary use, this particular product is marketed primarily for canine scent training.
Storage and Handling
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and sources of heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed after every use.
Follow the best-before and storage information printed on the packaging.
Keep out of reach of children and prevent uncontrolled access by animals.
