Schutzhund Tracking Training Video

Building a Solid Working Foundation Through

The Natural Instincts of the Dog

Schutzhund Tracking - K-9 Scent Training Video
Training "Larry" V Alfred av Stavanger - 2 years old

"Larry" V Alfred av Stavanger earned a 'V' score on his SchH1 tracking test under FCI, AWMA, USA, SV Judge Glenn Stephenson

Schutzhund tracking is a test of the dog's scent detection ability and the handler's training under a controlled environment. Tracking surfaces vary from dirt tracking to grass tracking. The challenge ranges in difficulty depending on the actual terrain and the dog's genetic ability for scent work. Schutzhund Tracking is graded on the dog's ability to indicate the track foot step to foot step leading up to the indication of two or more articles.

During training the dog's drive is controlled by the handler through a low level of obedience. Positive reinforcement training is used to help the dog understand what is required, by the handler, to accomplish the task. Since scent work is complex, We recommend Glen R. Johnson's book; Tracking Dog training and methods for a greater understanding of how a solid tracking foundation is trained through positive reinforcement.

For the fairness to the dog and the betterment of working breeds, we are advocates of training dogs that show a genetically strong work ethic; they should "want to work". We do not believe that dogs should be force trained. If a dog does not enjoy tracking or working, then we must ask ourselves why? Either we have not defined the task, made the task interesting enough, we may expect too much for the dog's ability and level of training or the dog may not have the inherent working drives for the task.

If you are new to the sport or you are looking for ways to improve your track training skills, it is advisable to work with another handler who has exhibited tracking success. We recommend working with a trainer who primarily trains through the use of positive reinforcement.

Tracking Dog Book Description

Johnson presents the basics of tracking work, and leads the reader step-by-step through a planned, easy to follow program, which has resulted in 100% success for his students. This success is now yours, regardless of your breed of dog or your past experience. · NEW Foreword by Don Arner · Training Philosophy and Terminology · Determining Behavioral Characteristics · Tracking Training Essentials · T. D. Training Methods · Classical Problem Solving and More!

About the Author

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.

If the dog is not giving the track his full attention when in training, then I am not providing the necessary motivation to keep him interested in the track. It is my fault
If the dog is not learning the objective I have set for him to learn, I have designed the learning situation incorrectly for him to learn that objective. It is my fault.
If the dog cannot handle an unexpected situation, I have not prepared him for that situation. It is my fault.

To sum it all up in one sentence...If the dog is not performing in the manner I expect him to perform, then I am doing something that has to be wrong.

In scent work, the dog is the one that knows what he is doing and is always right while the handler, unable to determine just what or how he is doing it, can only set up the situation and hope that is will be conducive to the dog's learning if designed and implemented correctly.
By Glen R. Johnson



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