Rich and Howard go over some of the methods they have used in order to teach working dogs to track and do odor detection.  There is no one way or absolutes when training dogs.  In this episode they share the methods that have worked best for them when training tracking and detection working dogs. Tracking:Proper dog selectionPronounced hunt drive Hard surface tracking "scent in a bottle"article indicationTracking vs Trailing DetectionHunt, Hunt, HuntSelecting the best method for the dogHaving options to choose fromKnowing how to problem solveTrained final response "TFR"Indirect reward vs direct rewardConditioned reinforcersIf you would like more "how to" episodes let us know though social media, email, or text. We are happy to announce Fox and Hound as our title sponsor. Please checkout shopfoxandhound.com or on Instagram @shopfoxandhound. Remember to use the discount code WDDP for 15% off your Fox and Hound order.Also checkout Fox and Hound K9 Foundation Nonprofit Organization.Fox + Hound K9 Foundation is a K9-focused organization that seeks to assist active and retired k9s. "Making a difference, it's what we do."The Fox and Hound K9 Foundation would like to announce their first celebration event in Branson Missouri on June 3, 2023. Follow them @foxandhoundk9foundation on IG.*Hold the Line K9 conference. Yes that is correct the Blueline Conference is now HOLD THE LINE K9 CONFERENCE.  It's still the same great conference run by the same great people, just under a new name. The next conference is May 2 - 4 in Pittsburgh Pa. Follow them on www.thinbluelineconference.com, IG @htlk9conference, facebook @Thin Blueline Conference. It's truly a great conference with quality instructors. Preregistration is taking place now. Join us for a great time.