Following Ghosts: Developing the Tracking Relationship

Based on John Rice's extensive experiences with his all Golden Retriever Police K-9 unit, this approach to tracking focuses on the relationship between dog & handler, and an understanding of scent from the dog's point of view. Find out why variable surface tracking is not the ultimate goal - but the very best starting point! Learn why food on the track confuses dogs. Discover the perfect tracking field - in your own neighborhood. Track anytime, in almost any weather.

Not a how-to recipe book, Following Ghosts offers a revolutionary and challenging look at tracking, canine abilities and ways to help you and your dog reach your tracking goals. Whether you're a tracking novice or an experienced tracker, this booklet will change your thinking.

Find out why tracking judges like Ted Hoesel (the first VST judge), Search & Rescue Units, police departments & others are not only recommending this book, but buying it for their students as "required reading!"

John Rice is a retired forest ranger with an extensive background in K-9 Search & Rescue. He founded & directed a 4 dog, all Golden Retriever K-9 SAR Unit for the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County (IL), working the dogs in all aspects of police work (except protection) and SAR: evidence, cadaver, water, urban tracking, air scenting, building search, and narcotics. His unique perspective on scent work is the result of 14+ years of observing dogs at work in the demanding conditions of real life.

Rice's co-author and wife Suzanne Clothier is a professional dog trainer, lecturer and an award winning author. Her innovative holistic approach focuses on the mind, body & soul of the dog and the importance of the relationship between dog and handler. Her seminars, given nationwide, cover a wide variety of topics ranging from the canine athlete, behavior, the training relationship & more.