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Tracking
Tactical Arts / Search and Rescue / Wilderness Tracking
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SCENT: TRAINING TO TRACK
Pearsall
A thorough review of tracking theory and method. Excellent section on the scientific qualities of scent - how dogs smell and the environmental factors that affect scent. Scent theory, with a detailed examination of the physical and anatomical characteristics of canine olfaction. One of the classic tracking books. © 1982 |
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TRACKING FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE DOGS: A PRACTICAL MANUAL FOR NOVICE AND ADVANCED HANDLERS
Boguslaw Gorny
Practical advice on every facet of training dogs for this vital work, from choosing dogs to training tracklayers, from basic training to training with complex search scripts. It is geared to preparing dog and handler for real search situations.
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Tracking Dog: Theory & Methods
Glen R. Johnson
Glen R. Johnson brought his many years of experience and innovation to write was has become the "bible" of trackers everywhere. His experience ranged from military dog work, to detection of toxic pipeline leaks using dogs.
Tracking Dog is the standard for anyone interested in training dogs to track. Included in the book is the Tracking Trainers Handbook, a great reference for working in the field.
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K9 Professional Tracking: A Complete Manual for Theory and Training
by Resi, Dr. Gerritsen, Ruud Haak
(Special Order)
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Fight at Night: Tools, Tactics, Techniques and Training for Combat in Low Light and Darkness
Andy Stanford; Paperback - 224 pages (May 1999); $16.00
In this book, world-class self-defense and tactical trainer Andy Stanford covers a wide spectrum of high- and low-tech approaches to prevailing in any high-risk, reduced-light scenario. Stanford cuts through the myths and misconceptions about night-fighting hardware and shows you how to employ it effectively in low-light combat. |
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Science and the Art of Tracking
Tom Brown, Jr.; 1999; paperback; 20 pages; $10.36
An instructional manual for wilderness tracking. Brown's field guide focuses on the study of the track and understanding what a track entails, reviewing all the components of tracking in the wilderness. The Science and Art of Tracking expands upon Tom Brown's most enduring subject: the important life lessons to be learned through tracking skills. Tom Brown was taught the ancient skills of survival by a Native American he called Grandfather. His most advanced lessons were those of the scouts, members of a secret society who were highly attuned to nature. The scouts refined tracking to a disciplined science and art form. With these physical skills came enhanced perception and true enlightment. "Tracking was their doorway to the universe," Tom Brown writes, "where they could know all things through the tracks..." Now Tom Brown, Jr. shares generations of wisdom through one of the most rewarding pursuits to be found in nature. Tracking lets us unlock the secrets of each animal we follow, and in turn, to become more aware of our own place in nature and the world. |
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Tactical Tracking Operations
David Scott-Donelan; 1998; paperback; 184 pages; $28.00
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Tracking and the Art of Seeing
Paul Rezendes; 1999; paperback; 336 pages; $19.20
If Thoreau's Concord neighbors led lives of quiet desperation, many people today rush through lives of frantic, noisy alienation. Paul Rezendes's book is about tracking, but also much more; it shows how to find your way home to the great web of life. For the woods walker, this book offers the key to a new kingdom. - Boston Globe |
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FOLLOWING GHOSTS: DEVELOPING THE TRACKING RELATIONSHIP
Clothier & Rice
A common sense approach to tracking/search & rescue based on respect for the dog's natural abilities, positive reinforcement, and keen observation skills. To be successful with this approach, all you need is a good relationship with your dog. Based on John Rice's extensive experiences with his all Golden Retriever Police K-9 unit, this approach to tracking focuses on the relationship between dog & handler, and an understanding of scent from the dog's point of view. Find out why variable surface tracking is not the ultimate goal - but the very best starting point! Learn why food on the track confuses dogs. Discover the perfect tracking field - in your own neighborhood. Track anytime, in almost any weather. Not a how-to recipe book, Following Ghosts offers a revolutionary and challenging look at tracking, canine abilities and ways to help you and your dog reach your tracking goals. Whether you're a tracking novice or an experienced tracker, this booklet will change your thinking. Find out why tracking judges like Ted Hoesel (the first VST judge), Search & Rescue Units, police departments and others are not only recommending this book, but buying it for their students as "required reading!" © 1996, booklet, 54 pages |
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Koehler Method of Training Tracking Dogs
William R. Koehler
For search and rescue work, to assist in law enforcement, and to compete in Tracking Tests, here is all the preparation you and your dog will need. |
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On the Trail!: A Practical Guide to the Working Bloodhound and Other Search and Rescue Dogs
Jan Tweedie
A Practical Guide To The Working Bloodhound And Other Search And Rescue Dogs. Written specifically to aid those who seek to train a skilled and valuable search-and-rescue dog, one who can use its nose to find people who are lost or in trouble, On The Trail! covers the basics of training a working search-and-rescue dog, registration concerns, whether and how to approach advanced training such as searches for human cadavers or obstacle navigation, working with law enforcement and courtroom testimony concerns, maintaining a working dog's health, and much more. An expert how-to manual for professional trainers, police, and anyone charged with the responsibility of cooperating with a bloodhound or other dog to save lives. |
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PRACTICAL SCENT DOG TRAINING
Lou Button
Step-by-step training guide for air scent, evidence search, disaster search and AKC tracking test. Recommended for those interested in search and rescue, police work, etc. rather than AKC tracking. © 1990, paperback |
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FUN NOSEWORK FOR DOGS, 2ND EDITION
Roy Hunter; $15.95
New Expanded 2nd edition! Exercises and games train scent discrimination, search, and obedience skills. For pets as well as competition trackers and competitive obedience.
Ships the next business day. |
General and Competition Tracking
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ENTHUSIASTIC TRACKING: A STEP BY STEP TRAINING HANDBOOK
Sanders
Training method described here is a systematic technique that works for almost all dogs. It is a structured and careful method, leaving very little learning to chance. Because the dog must lead the handler down the track, motivational techniques are emphasized throughout. Prepares dog and handler for their first tracking test and TDX test. Includes detailed descriptions of tracklayer and handler procedures, problem avoidance and problem solving techniques. Field maps are available (in the book or separately in "Enthusiastic Tracking: Field Maps") for each training session to help lay the correct track. Author is an AKC tracking judge. © 1998, paperback |
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ENTHUSIASTIC TRACKING: FIELD MAPS
Sanders
Field maps are printed on 4 x 6 inch index cards to be used in the field, so track layer will be able to lay the correct track for each training session. These tracks appear in the book as well, but the separate cards will aid in keeping the book clean and dry - and be a lot easier to carry! Each card also has a place to record dog's name, date, track layer, place, weather conditions, and evaluation of the training session. © 1998, paperback |
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FOUNDATIONS OF COMPETITIVE TRACKING: BASIC SKILLS (TAPE 1)
Plumb
How to teach your dog scent discrimination through the use of a scent box, how to lay a track conducive to learning while building basic skills, calmness and confidence in all dogs. Shows the handler how to recognize changes in mood through body posture. Emphasis is on breaking skills down into their most basic form, letting the dog make mistakes and benefit from them. Schutzhund or AKC tracking. (Also see Tape 2, Teaching Precision Tracking). Published by Canine Training Systems, © 1998, video, 60 Min. |
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FOUNDATIONS OF COMPETITIVE TRACKING: TEACHING PRECISION (TAPE 2)
Plumb
Emphasizes track construction for proper learning, how and when to properly wean the dog from food while teaching turns, articles, and obstacles. Also emphasizes the fact that through controlling difficulties and rewards, the dog will develop a consistent footstep to footstep style. This independent problem solving style will prepare your dog for the use of compulsion on the track once calmness, confidence and his problem solving ability are established. Schutzhund or AKC tracking. Published by Canine Training Systems, © 1998, video, 60 Min. |
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Fun Nosework for Dogs: Teach Your Dog to Enjoy Using His Nose
Roy Hunter; paperback; 1996; $15.95
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KEEPING TRACK
Mueller
Whether you're just starting tracking, or have been doing it for years, you'll appreciate these record-keeping tools for both trackers and tracklayers. Blank maps, mobile map maker, includes the Pocket Tracker (DGT179) so you can keep track of your dog's training progress. © 1994, binder |
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Obedience and Tracking Today
Barney Edelstein; 1989; Paperback; $35.00
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POCKET TRACKER
Mueller
A handy guide to record the results and conditions of your tracking experiences. Part of the "Keeping Track" system. This small spiral notebook has graph paper to draw training tracks, note weather conditions, time track was laid, run, problems encountered, what you were trying to teach, etc. You'll want one for each dog you're working with, and it's a great keepsake after those titles are achieved! (Have the judges autograph it after you pass that test, too.) © 1993, spiral |
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PRACTICAL TRACKING FOR PRACTICALLY ANYONE
Hogan & Thompson
How-to manual for trackers. Includes certification, what to expect at a test, scent theory, variable surface tracking, sources of equipment. Not much on VST, but gives an idea of what it's about. "What to expect at the test" is great. Avoid those "first test" jitters. © 1995, spiral |
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PROBLEM SOLVING IN TRAINING A TRACKING DOG
Frawley
Designed to follow Training a Competition Tracking Dog. This is a handling tape that shows competitors common mistakes that everyone makes in handling a tracking. (It is NOT a police tape.) video, 72 Min. |
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Tracking Dog: Theory and Method
Glen R. Johnson; 1989
Long considered the "bible" of tracking, it is a pleasure to be able to offer this classic again! When written, it was the first complete guide to successful tracking training for both novice and expert. It includes training for both TD and TDX, as well as a trainer's handbook section. Theory is in-depth and understandable; methods may be too intensive for some. Deals with specific problems in a way that makes solutions obvious. Written by Glen R. Johnson, the master! For those of us who have been involved in the sport for a long time, this book is the one we learned from, and the one we still recommend as a foundation. Published by Arner Publications, © 1977, pbk, 200 pages |
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TRACKING FROM THE GROUND UP
Ganz & Boyd
Takes the participant through all phases of training including many of the common difficulties encountered. Prepares the tracker for T. D. and T.D.X. tests. This is one of the best books we have for training AKC tracking. Easy to read and follow - it works. © 1992, pbk |
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TRACKING FUNDAMENTALS
Ganz
A five-week program that guides you step-by-step through track laying, mapping, puppy training and adult dog training to a successful T.D. (Tracking Dog) or T.D.X. (Tracking Dog Excellent ) title! Author is a well-known instructor and judge. We suggest purchasing the book, Tracking from the Ground Up, to make a complete course for any AKC tracker. Unfortunately, there is nothing in either book or video on VST, as it wasn't around then. Training methods are adaptable to VST, however. Video, 42 Min. |
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TRACKING TRAINERS HANDBOOK
Johnson
From the classic tracking "bible", Tracking Dog: Theory and Method, by Glen Johnson. You can have Glen's track designs, tracking schedules, and a lesson format to be used by trainers in conducting a tracking program. © 1975, paperback. |
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TRACKING: FROM THE BEGINNING
Patterson
German Shepherd/Schutzhund author Patterson includes theory, conditioning and reinforcement, the track, training atmosphere, overview of the program, imprinting and novice training, beginning tracking, intermediate, and advanced tracking, training for advanced titles. The emphasis is on tracking for Schutzhund; includes discussion of prey drive, non-harness tracking, etc. |
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MASTERING VARIABLE SURFACE TRACKING BOOK AND WORKBOOK
Ed Presnall; $49.95
Are you looking for a new challenge for your tracking dog? 'Mastering Variable Surface Tracking' provides a detailed training program to guide you step-by-step to a title. The spiral bound workbook provides lesson plans and exercises using the various components, including sample training maps and tracking notes. |
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DOGLOG: TRAINING LOG FOR THE PERFORMANCE DOG
Bonnie Norris & Scott Whitten; $15.95
A training log for the performance dog! For competitors in agility, obedience, dance, rally obedience, field or tracking. Front and back covers are laminated for protection from the weather. |
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BUILDING BLOCKS FOR PERFORMANCE
Bobbie Anderson; $19.95
Building drive, focus, and motivation in a puppy through goal-oriented play and a variety of other positive experiences. Will help trainers bond strongly with their puppy, build a solid foundation of teamwork, and encourage the puppy to develop a "send me in, coach!" attitude. Methods will work for a puppy destined for any performance career from obedience or agility to tracking or lure coursing. |
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ABOUT TRACK LAYING
Betty Mueller; $19.95
Gives the reader some basic ideas of what laying a track for a dog to follow is all about. There are fun exercises to try on your own or with friends to test each other. |
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SCENT AND THE SCENTING DOG
William Syrotuck; $19.95
Available again! The classic work upon which modern scent training is based. Gives the reader a working knowledge of the sense of smell and the physiology of the dog's nose. |
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TRACKING: FROM THE BEGINNING
Gary Patterson; $21.95
Detailed and well illustrated book for teaching your dog to track. Excellent section on conditioning and reinforcement. |
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TRACKING FUNDAMENTALS VIDEO
Sandy Ganz; $49.95
A five-week program that guides you step-by-step through track laying, mapping, puppy training and adult dog training to a successful Tracking Dog or Tracking Dog Excellent title! |
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TRACKING FUNDAMENTALS WITH SANDY GANZ - DVD
Sandy Ganz; $49.95
New DVD format!! Will guide you through track laying, mapping, puppy training, and adult dog training with the same program the author uses in her beginning tracking classes. |
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Scenting on the Wind: Scent Work for Hunting Dogs
Susan Bulanda
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