Welcome to the exciting world of Mantrailing and finding people with a dog! Mantrailing is a K9 Search and Rescue specialty that is quickly becoming popular as a sport and recreation for all dogs to enjoy. Mantrailing dogs use the nose to scent discriminate one person from all other people to locate the one particular person. A truly amazing fact about Mantrailing is how quickly most dogs' take to this type of training and how quickly the dogs find people. Dogs love to use their nose to find people. The fun part is that we follow the dog and allow the dog to lead the way! By reading this book, you and the dog will be finding a person from the first day of training and beyond. Each training session uses a time tested and proven step by step method for solid reliable success on the trail. You will learn to read the dog and the dog will learn to tell you what they find. Both of you will have a great introduction to the world of K9SAR. This book is suitable for training as a dog and handler team to work actual missing person's incidents or for sporting dog events as well as a fun activity that will amaze you and anyone who watches a dog use its nose in the most incredible way. I encourage you to ask friends and family to participate by using the exercises in this book for a fun outdoor adventure. This book is put together for all dog breeds from working dogs to family pets. Featuring dogs training in the USA and Scotland.

The extraordinary sensory skills of dogs are often indispensable, but especially in search and rescue missions. In man-trailing, the dog’s sense of smell can be trained to find and follow vital human trails. With the aid of an object that is clearly scented with a missing person’s smell, the tracking dog can identify the correct trail among numerous human and environmental scents. Filled with the latest research and practice, this is a comprehensive manual on tracking and a fascinating insight into the dog’s unique sensory skills.

This work is an in depth study of the Kocher Method of mantrailing training using intensity level exercises to build a solid foundation for your canine partner. Using positive rewards and encouragement, it is geared for creating a more reliable, focused and driven canine partner to follow a specific human scent and quickly establishing the direction of travel. A must read for all law enforcement canine handlers, it is also of great interest to anyone involved with search and rescue or tracking.

If you are interested in the Newfoundland breed, this guide is for you! Whether you are already the proud owner of this great dog or you want to find out more about this lovable breed with a great affinity for water before you buy it, you will find everything you need to know here. You will learn among other things, - where the Newfoundland dog comes from and how it has developed, - on which criteria you should absolutely pay attention with the acquisition, - how to make the first time in your new home as comfortable as possible for your new family member, - how to raise your Newfoundland ideally, - which diet is suitable for this breed, - how to take preventive care of your dog so that he enjoys a holistic health, - how to behave properly in an emergency, - what types of employment are appropriate for the breed, - and much more This book provides practical guidance to help you manage everyday life with your Newfoundland and help him live a happy and healthy life. The contents of the book are: - The Newfoundland dog breed - Education of a Newfoundland - Health and nutrition - The dog care - Character, training and much more - Many illustrations Have fun reading.

What is a family disaster dog? It is your trained dog to rescue you! The Family Disaster Dog book shows you how easy a pet dog of any age, size, or breed can become your very own search and rescue dog! One of our biggest fears and chores during a disaster is losing or finding a loved one, and every dog has the ability to find its family members or friends. We, as dog owners, only need to learn how to use the natural ability of the dog to the full advantage during emergencies. As disasters and threats increase worldwide, we are asked to prepare for the worst in case rescuers cannot reach us quickly. With a family disaster dog in the household there is no need to wait for outside help to arrive to save your family and neighbors during a tornado, earthquake, or other emergency. This book will show you how to survive the worst and prepare. These fun and easy lessons are tailored for the family to learn rescue skills in the comfort of the home during daily activities by Search Dog Instructor Amber S. Higgins who spent over a decade breeding and training AKC bloodhounds for nationwide Search and Rescue FEMA volunteer work along with German shepherd dogs. Since 1976, Amber has dedicated her life to dogs. She is a certified and accomplished professional dog trainer, award-winning AKC breeder, and a show and pet grooming stylist. She is considered by many to be a dog expert and consultant. Amber currently owns a popular pet grooming spa on the Oregon coast.

The German Wirehaired is a fascinating dog breed, both in appearance and character. It is not for nothing that he is one of the most popular dogs in Germany. But what is it that makes him so special? And is he the ideal companion for you? In this guide you will get all the important and interesting information about the dog breed German Wirehaired dog. The book should help you decide whether this dog is suitable for you and prepare you optimally for a common future with him. You will not only learn everything about its appearance, character and history, but also what demands it has on you and its living environment - because in order to choose a dog, you must be suitable for it. You'll also get in-depth details on buying, healthcare, nutrition, and grooming, as well as comprehensive tips and instructions on raising this self-confident but sensitive hunting dog. Special attention is also given to active pursuits for the sport and nature-loving German Wirehaired. Finding the right dog is an important decision - find out now if you and a German Wirehaired are a good match. Here's what you can expect in this book: ✓ Appearance & Character ✓ Acquiring a German Wirehaired Dog ✓ Diseases & healthcare ✓ Food & Nutrition ✓ Socialization & education ✓ Activities for the German Wirehair ✓ and much more... Buy now this guide with over 15 illustrations to learn a lot about the German Wirehaired.

Swiss Mountain Dogs evolved from former farm dogs into family dogs and great companions. They are gentle giants that excel in friendliness and loveliness. The Bernese is appreciated for its affectionate and calm nature, the Appenzeller and the Entlebucher are captivating not only for their tricolor but also for their sporty sides. All three breeds of mountain dogs need to be exercised in a way that is appropriate to their species and to be kept busy every day, so that they can live a happy life. However, dog beginners should consider whether they want to start with this breed, because the mountain dogs can sometimes be very stubborn and do not always follow the will of their humans. In this Guide, everything you need to know about the Mountain Dogs will be presented in more detail: - Origin, physique and appearance - Character trait - Who is suitable as an owner? - The puppy - what to consider. - What to pay attention to in the upbringing? - How to teach basic commands. - What are the characteristics of these breeds? - Nutrition and health - Typical diseases The book deals with the three Swiss Mountain Dogs. There are more than 10 illustrations. The breeds are presented in a similar way, so you can easily compare the breeds. It is a worthwhile guide for those who want to acquire a mountain dog and are looking for answers to their unanswered questions. The book provides decision-making tools so that you can make the right choice of the appropriate breed. The book is the right choice for you if you are a novice dog owner interested in Swiss Mountain Dogs.

The Tao of Trailing is not simply an advanced training manual on working a trailing/tracking dog but more importantly it is Jeff's philosophical approach to working with dogs in general. K9 work is more than a matter of learning rules or theory. One cannot master K9 deployment by a training program alone. Like martial arts, working a dog takes a certain style or panache; an individual component unique not only to the handler but the dog alike and in partnership. The relationship between a handler and his or her K9 is formed with blood, sweat, tears, and a lot of time. And of course, Jeff will impart to the reader his love and passion: The Hunt!

A sassy, smart, shrewd, sexy, sarcastic and strong redhead - that’s DCI Charlotte Walker. Fearless and feisty; confident and creative; with a knack for a performance, a fantastic analytical mind and adept at using all her feminine charms to devastating effect, Charlotte is the detective you want on your case - unless you are a criminal. And Walker by name; walker by nature. Charlotte’s big passion is walking - and now she’s a detective in the new National Special Operations Unit within the Police, she travels around the country investigating crimes that need that special touch and walking with her border collie, Bronte, in her less-than-reliable campervan. Whether it’s a death in Drumnadrochit, an art theft in Abingdon or a missing person in Macclesfield - where there’s a mystery, DCI Charlotte Walker is ready to solve it. The Walker Mysteries… on the trail of crime. In this first mystery, on the anniversary of the tragic death of her boyfriend, Charlotte vows to change her life and takes a monumental decision. But first she needs to investigate the disappearance of a wife & mother, businesses removed from mapping apps and two deaths a decade ago. Aided by her border collie, Bronte, and the new DC Stoker, Charlotte realises all three investigations could well be linked. Can she unravel the complex web before it’s too late?

The "straightest path" is a simple and honest approach to good trailing dog training. Schettler outlines his method for working trailing dogs, step by step with one goal in mind: finding people. The simple truth of the matter is that trailing and tracking dogs do not find what they are looking for on most cases throughout this country. The problems boil down to training-- for the dog, the handler, and search managers. This program is designed for anyone handling a trailing dog, and Jeff has been teaching it now for over a decade. Whether you are training for search & rescue, are a K-9 cop, or a tactical team manager, Schettler's advice could save your life, the life of your dog, or that of another person one day.