July 28, 2026

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FEATURE: Tracking and Trailing: Beyond the Find


A successful find does not always reveal how a tracking or trailing team reached the subject.


New mantrailing research puts the first decision, scent loss, recovery, and handler assistance under closer scrutiny. The work behind the find may tell trainers more than the final location—and reveal which skills the team can reliably reproduce.


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IN THE NEWS: Texas DPS K9 Tracks Suspected MS-13 Gang Member Nearly Five Miles in Uvalde County


Texas DPS K9 Bona tracked an alleged MS-13 gang member nearly five miles through Uvalde County before leading officers to his location.


The demanding track ended in an arrest and placed Bona’s endurance, focus, and field work at the center of the operation.


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COMMUNITY:

NEW Working Dog of the Month Contest


This month’s Working Dog of the Month Contest is open.


Every entry is added to our Facebook album and includes a one-year digital subscription. One monthly winner earns a newsletter feature. One quarterly winner earns a full-page print spotlight. Is your dog next?



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K9 Tips on Tuesdays: Ear Check!


Ear trouble often starts small—a little head shaking after a swim, extra scratching after time in tall grass, or an odor that was not there yesterday.


A quick check can catch moisture, debris, redness, or discharge before discomfort gets worse. Knowing what is normal for your dog’s ears makes it easier to spot a change, handle routine care safely, and know when it is time to call the veterinarian.


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