I don't think that it really matter grass or dirt, but the most important thing is you must know exactly where your steps are at all time, so that you can guide and point him in the step and not let him take you on a imaginary track, and I wouldn't use the flags except on the scent pad cuz it will not take him long to learn to follow the flags and not actually learning to use his nose. If I am you, I would start on dirt cuz there is no way I can miss the steps in the dirt but I can definetly miss the steps in grass since it is much harder to see.
Reg: 01-23-2006
Posts: 1608
Loc: Cali & Wash State
Offline
In the beginning (since it's just short, straight puppy tracks, I only use flags to indicate beginnning (scent pad) & end. I'm thinking that since I'm starting in the morning when it's still moist, I will be able to see my steps, but if it turns out I can't I will most def take your advise, & switch to dirt! With my last dog, I thought he was tracking so good, but at seminar got it pointed out to me he was tracking my prints with his eyes more than his nose <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Luckily he was young at the time. Jeff is right, most dogs' are way smarter than their owners <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />
When purchasing any product from Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. it is understood
that any and all products sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. are sold in Dunn
County Wisconsin, USA. Any and all legal action taken against Leerburg Enterprises,
Inc. concerning the purchase or use of these products must take place in Dunn
County, Wisconsin. If customers do not agree with this policy they should not
purchase Leerburg Ent. Inc. products.
Dog Training is never without risk of injury. Do not use any of the products
sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. without consulting a local professional.
The training methods shown in the Leerburg Ent. Inc. DVD’s are meant
to be used with a local instructor or trainer. Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. cannot
be held responsible for accidents or injuries to humans and/or animals.
Copyright 2010 Leerburg® Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. All photos and content on leerburg.com are part of a registered copyright owned by Leerburg Enterprise, Inc.
By accessing any information within Leerburg.com, you agree to abide by the
Leerburg.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Re: Position on the article
[Re: susan tuck ]
#101723 - 03/23/2006 11:01 AM 
Top
Previous Topic
Index
Next Topic
.jpg)
