First, let your dog get used to the moving supplies. It can be a shock to the system for your pooch to suddenly find their places crowded with boxes and bubble wrap, so give your dog time to adjust to all these new things. Buy your supplies at least two weeks before you start packing and slowly introduce them to your dog. Leave the boxes and other packing supplies in a room your dog has access to and allow for sniffing and exploring. Don’t force your dog to go near the supplies if they don’t want to. Let them explore on their own time. You may want to monitor your dog’s interactions to ensure they will not destroy or the items. And be sure you don’t block off any spaces your dog plays, eats, drinks or sleeps.
Create a positive association with the moving supplies by praising your dog when he investigates them. You can also try playing with him near the boxes, or even incorporating them into your playtime. For example, tossing treats or toys into a box for your dog to find.
In the following video, you will observe a golden retriever building confidence as he sniffs through a box full of different objects, searching for treats.