The Tao of Trailing: A Guide to Finding Countour in the Chaos of Scent Dogs

The Tao of Trailing is not simply an advanced training manual on working a trailing/tracking dog, but more importantly, it is Jeff's philosophical approach to working with dogs in general. K9 work is more than a matter of learning rules or theory. One cannot master K9 deployment by a training program alone. Like martial arts, working a dog takes a certain style or panache; an individual component unique not only to the handler but the dog alike and in partnership. The relationship between a handler and his or her K9 is formed with blood, sweat, tears and a lot of time. And, of course, Jeff will impart to the reader his lvoe and passion: The Hunt!

Jeff Shettler is a retired police K9 handler who worked for the City of Alameda and County of Amador in California, and was attached to the FBI's Hostage Rescue Teams' K9 Assistance Program for two years. Jeff was a certified military trainer, graduating from the prestigious US Army's Leadership Academy, also known s Drill Sergeant School. He currently trains police officers, military, and Search & Rescue handlers around the world in the art of K9 Trailing.