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Masters of Scent on the Competition Field
Tracking dogs not only play a crucial role in search and rescue and security fields but also emerge as captivating athletes in the realm of dog sports. With their remarkable sense of smell and ability to track scents, they compete in various disciplines of dog sports, showcasing their precision, endurance, and intelligence.
The Fascination of Tracking Dog Sports:
Tracking dog sports align with dogs' natural instincts while requiring an intense bond between dog and handler. In this sport, the dog follows a predetermined track and locates hidden objects, demanding both physical and mental skills from both dog and handler to succeed.
Different Tracking Dog Sports:
1. Mantrailing: In mantrailing, the dog trails the scent of a specific person over a long distance, often in urban areas. This discipline simulates real search and rescue scenarios, testing the dog's ability to track an individual scent in various environments.
2. Tracking Work: In tracking work, the dog follows a ground track laid by a human "tracklayer." The track may include different angles, terrain types, and aging, making the sport challenging and exciting.
3. Obedience with Tracking Work: This discipline combines obedience exercises with tracking work, where the dog works both on the handler's command and its own initiative. It requires close cooperation between dog and handler to meet the various demands of this discipline.