Tracking with the Boys

Here are two tracks I layed for my boys.  Casey is certified and waiting to get into a TD test.  Jason began tracking about 3 years ago and had so many issues with the environment that I just put it on hold.  This track for Jason is really the first track he's done since then.  

Dogs don't forget.  But they can get a bit rusty in their training.  I think Jason did a magnificent job on this track considering the track I tried with him last week did NOT go at all.  Too many distractions.

This week, I thought I'd try it again to see what I got.  He is definitely interested in the gopher/squirrel holes but actually got down to business.  VERY PROUD OF HIM!!

https://youtu.be/fSTx3OFaF7w

Casey is doing a nice job on his tracks.  I started tracking him a couple of weeks ago after the first rain.  He's improving and will be ready if he gets into a test.  I love working with him.  He always does a good job and concentrates on what he's doing all of the time.  Getting him to search for scent when he loses scent has been the most challenging thing with him, but we're getting it down good!  I say we, because my handlng is as important as him telling me where the track goes.

https://youtu.be/DKTUoeaDoCc

Enjoy!

B

www.k9rally.com 


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