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BPO Working Dog Forum => Big Dogs with Jobs => : DogGuideDan June 24, 2007, 03:32:29 AM

: Tracking?
: DogGuideDan June 24, 2007, 03:32:29 AM

Hi All,
I am very interested in getting Lucian involved in tracking.  I know he's not the "normal" breed you see involved in this activity, but we don't really care.  I also have ZERO experience with this kind of training, but again- I don't really care!  We want to give it a shot! (We'd love to have a SAR Bordeaux!)  Does anyone have any helpful links, tips or contacts for us?  We're in Philadelphia, PA.  Any help would be greatly appreciated!

-Dan

: Re: Tracking?
: kathryn June 24, 2007, 04:54:10 AM

Try looking up NASAR (National Association of Search & Rescue)they might be able to help you with a list of SAR groups in your area.  Or do a local area search for SAR groups on line.  I know the SAR group that Michael is with has a member that has an English Mastiff that they were training in trailing and in air scent.  They also have a beagle that's doing trail work.  I'll ask Michael when he gets home if he knows of anywhere else to look for trailing information for you.  I know that there are some good SAR books out there that deal with trailing also.