I read this book and found it very interesting in theory, but having because neither of my dogs (basenji’s) are big on retrieving very few of the games in the book worked because the games build on the idea of retrieving. I donated the book to the library
Rating: 3 / 5
A book full of really fun things to do with your dog, and it’s stuff everyone can do everywhere, you don’t need a club or a special terrain or suit or flags or a competition-scheme or any hard-to-get material, just everyday-fun-again things that teach your dog al sorts of useful and fun things to do for you. Love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
I borrowed this book off a tracking friend and found it so useful and enjoyable that I didn’t want to give it back. It has something in it for everyone interested in learning how to, or advancing your dogs use of his nose. Whether you compete in Obedience, Working Trials, are looking to develop a closer working relationship with your dog, to have fun, learn tricks that impress or keep your intelligent K9 thinking and out of trouble … then this book will be an awesome asset.
It covers; scent discrimination, scent related tricks, searches for articles and people. The tracking sections take you step by step from beginner basics through to advanced tracking such as variable surface and cross tracks. It also includes equipment required, weather and terrain considerations, line handling skills, a training schedule, track laying do’s and dont’s … it’s just so darn common sense, inspiring and helpful at any level!
Near the back of the book is an Appendix section which could perhaps be read first, particularly by newbie trainers, as it covers many foundation exercises such as play, rewards, tug, retrieving and walking the dog on both sides. Throughout, the book is illustrated by simple but technically accurate cartoon linework to further aid understanding.
Author Roy Hunter has a good 40+ years of experience with dogs; 16 years as a dog handler/trainer/instructor in the UK Police force, a Working Trials Judge, he has also given seminars around the world on all types of dog training. Roy writes in a light hearted, clear, simple and amusing way that immediately makes you want to get out there and have fun using your K9 mates greatest asset … his nose. Sniff on & enjoy!
Rating: 4 / 5
This has fun ideas and training tips for your dog. You don’t need to be training for search and rescue work to enjoy this book. You and your dog can just have fun.
Rating: 5 / 5
This book, by Roy Hunter, is a great resource by for all those interested in tracking–though it isn’t necessarily a great book or primer for the beginner tracker, as it assumes skills the beginner (and her dog) might not have.
Other than that, Mr. Hunter’s book offers interesting exercises for the advanced tracker and for those trackers seeking to expand their tracking dog’s skills.
Overall, an interesting, informative book. I would have liked it better if Mr. Hunter had offered more explanations with some of the lessons, but I did like his behavioristic, canine psychology oriented perspective.
Rating: 4 / 5
July 25, 2010 @ 1:50 pm
I read this book and found it very interesting in theory, but having because neither of my dogs (basenji’s) are big on retrieving very few of the games in the book worked because the games build on the idea of retrieving. I donated the book to the library
Rating: 3 / 5
July 25, 2010 @ 4:00 pm
A book full of really fun things to do with your dog, and it’s stuff everyone can do everywhere, you don’t need a club or a special terrain or suit or flags or a competition-scheme or any hard-to-get material, just everyday-fun-again things that teach your dog al sorts of useful and fun things to do for you. Love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
July 25, 2010 @ 6:56 pm
I borrowed this book off a tracking friend and found it so useful and enjoyable that I didn’t want to give it back. It has something in it for everyone interested in learning how to, or advancing your dogs use of his nose. Whether you compete in Obedience, Working Trials, are looking to develop a closer working relationship with your dog, to have fun, learn tricks that impress or keep your intelligent K9 thinking and out of trouble … then this book will be an awesome asset.
It covers; scent discrimination, scent related tricks, searches for articles and people. The tracking sections take you step by step from beginner basics through to advanced tracking such as variable surface and cross tracks. It also includes equipment required, weather and terrain considerations, line handling skills, a training schedule, track laying do’s and dont’s … it’s just so darn common sense, inspiring and helpful at any level!
Near the back of the book is an Appendix section which could perhaps be read first, particularly by newbie trainers, as it covers many foundation exercises such as play, rewards, tug, retrieving and walking the dog on both sides. Throughout, the book is illustrated by simple but technically accurate cartoon linework to further aid understanding.
Author Roy Hunter has a good 40+ years of experience with dogs; 16 years as a dog handler/trainer/instructor in the UK Police force, a Working Trials Judge, he has also given seminars around the world on all types of dog training. Roy writes in a light hearted, clear, simple and amusing way that immediately makes you want to get out there and have fun using your K9 mates greatest asset … his nose. Sniff on & enjoy!
Rating: 4 / 5
July 25, 2010 @ 8:04 pm
This has fun ideas and training tips for your dog. You don’t need to be training for search and rescue work to enjoy this book. You and your dog can just have fun.
Rating: 5 / 5
July 25, 2010 @ 8:11 pm
This book, by Roy Hunter, is a great resource by for all those interested in tracking–though it isn’t necessarily a great book or primer for the beginner tracker, as it assumes skills the beginner (and her dog) might not have.
Other than that, Mr. Hunter’s book offers interesting exercises for the advanced tracker and for those trackers seeking to expand their tracking dog’s skills.
Overall, an interesting, informative book. I would have liked it better if Mr. Hunter had offered more explanations with some of the lessons, but I did like his behavioristic, canine psychology oriented perspective.
Rating: 4 / 5