The Audible Nose

Without exception, the most extensive tracking book available. Written with Newfoundlands in mind, but applicable for any breed. Full instruction for both TD and TDX level tracking. Over 250 photographs and illustrations. The Audible Nose is entertaining and clear, and its methods are easy to follow. This invaluable book helps you every step of the way, with multiple ideas and solutions for every problem encountered during tracking training. Chapters include how to begin, intermediate tracking, article indication, adding distance, terrain changes and obstacles, aging, motivation, and dozens more. And a vastly expanded index will instantly guide you to the precise information you seek.

1.	Introduction	1
2.	The First Tracking Session	3
3.	Where Do We Go From Here?	13
4.	The Many Methods of Tracking	32
5.	Equipment	34
6.	Tech Talk	48
7.	Factors That Influence Scent	53
8.	Aging	64
9.	Distractions	69
10.	Surfaces	74
11.	Reading Your Dog	82
12.	Starts	89
13.	Articles	99
14.	Corners	109
15.	Handling	126
16.	Blind Tracks	155
17.	Problem Solving	163
18.	Mapmaking & Tracklaying	168
19.	Motivation	188
20.	Fitness	197
21.	A Lesson Plan	199
22.	Setting Goals & Making Progress	201
23.	Tracking With a Group	203
24.	Certification	206
25.	The Tracking Dog Test	211
26.	TDX: Introduction	228
27.	TDX: Training & Handling	230
28.	TDX: Starts	233
29.	TDX: Articles	238
30.	TDX: Corners	244
31.	TDX: Obstacles	246
32.	TDX: Crosstracks	255
33.	The Tracking Dog Excellent Test	262
34.	Puppy Tracking	265
35.	Canadian Tracking	266
36.	Practical Applications	268
37.	Eighty-Five Gifts for Trackers	269
	Glossary	270
	Source Guide	272
	Index	273
	Photographs	293
	About the Author	294