scent tracking

Scent tracking involves using a dog’s highly sensitive nose to follow the invisible trail of a person or object via the unique scent particles left behind. As the dog moves through an environment, it detects and interprets these scent cues, which can include skin oils, sweat, and other materials. By tracking these signals, trained dogs can follow trails over long distances and through challenging terrain, often providing crucial assistance in search and rescue operations or forensic investigations. This skill relies on the dog's ability to differentiate and prioritize individual scent signatures amid complex backgrounds.