Chinook was serious as they explained that even the best hiding spot won't save your life if you reveal yourself too soon. Mongoose learned how to limit body movement and noise in dangerous situations.
Mongoose didn't have much luck at first, but soon he started to associate types of nesting materials with types of birds. Each time they appeared sooner than before.
Mongoose tried his new skills on real prey today. It worked with other pups earlier, but it won't always be so easy.
Puffin's skill definitely showed much improvement after the lesson today. Mongoose didn't hear anything and let out a surprised bark when Puffin jumped at him after sneaking up behind him.
Mongoose learned that specific plant parts do different things, and how only taking certain bits that the pack needs for remedies won't damage the entire plant. This will conserve resources and allow the plant to be used in the future.