1. Before making our prototype we had to do some research. We researched already existing solutions, making sure that our solution is unique. Additionally, we researched what materials we would need to make our prototype in order to make a safe and beneficial product.

2. Then, we worked hard to make our prototype. We made sure to make it a safe toy that dogs can use by themselves .

3. Next, we tested our prototype and made any changes according to our pups' reaction!

4. Lastly, we tested again and again until the prototype was perfect. 

We will measure the success of our product by setting up a camera where the prototype is placed. Then, we will look back at the video and rate how much the dog liked the prototype by measuring how long they actively played with it. We will repeat this procedure for multiple days on both of our dogs to gather information on how well the prototype worked.  After, we will represent our data and results in a graph so that the information is presented visually. 

There are already multiple existing solutions that claim to fix a dog's boredom and stimulate a dog, but many of them are not beneficial and can even cause harm. For example, there are multiple dog toys that claim to fix boredom that include food and treats. Even though these toys can be good in the short run they can cause more harm than good. Toys with treats do not entertain dogs for long making a dog's boredom return again. Additionally, when dogs play with toys that include food or treats this can often cause obesity, leading to long term health issues.  Research shows that 54% of U.S. dogs are obese.  That's why our solution has a scent pouch, making dogs interested in the solution without actually having to eat food.