Use that, experts said. A dab of scent can help a blind dog identify an area. You can use that to direct the dog to the place where it should be, or warn it away from an area it has trouble with, Ms. Levin said. A dab of vanilla extract on the dog s sleeping spot, a touch of Pledge near the food bowl, and a drop of perfume near the door outside will help identify those key areas, Ms. Levin said. Some people will use plug-in air fresheners or scented candles in each room to help the dog develop an olfactory map of the house, Dr. Marlar said.
Scented oils can help warn the dog of the presence of a wall or furniture as it approaches.
The dog can still play fetch or tug of war just find scented toys, add a scent to plain toys, or buy toys that make noise. Who s Talking, will babble for 30 seconds when squeezed. If owners can t find those, shop for a child s talking doll at Kmart, Ms. Levin recommended. Remove the plastic eyes and other pieces a dog can choke on, trigger the sound, and use that to play fetch. Training is also vitally important for blind dogs.