A method of making a dog training apparatus includes providing a housing that has a first end and a second end. A well extends into the first end. A sleeve is mounted in the well. The sleeve has an open end directed outwardly of the well. A removable cover covers the open end. The cover includes an outer wall and a peripheral wall attached to the outer wall. The outer wall has a plurality of apertures extending therethrough. A plurality of feathers is provided and each includes a quill having a free end. Each of the free ends extends through one of the apertures so that the feathers extend away from the sleeve when the cover is positioned on the sleeve. An adhesive secures each of the quills to the cover. A container has a size and shape configured to be removably positionable in the sleeve. A fluidic game scent positioned in the container. The container is positioned in the sleeve.