Handlers share advice on do’s and don’ts before bringing in a tracking dog
Deer tracker Jared Polasek and his Jack Russell Terrier “Scout” with the fruits of their labor. Polasek says one of worst things a hunter can do before calling in a tracking dog is grid searching the area. (Courtesy Photo, Jared Polasek)
Veteran handler Jeff Glende and his hound/cur “Dago.” Glende says hunters should be observant and share all the little details about the shot with the tracker beforehand. (Courtesy Photo, Jeff Glende )
Fall is showtime for the army Texas K-9s that live for deer season and the chance to put their noses to work to help hunters recover animals they otherwise may not find. (Courtesy Photo, Jeff Glende)
Outdoors WriterTexas’ Archery Only and Managed Lands Deer seasons got underway Sept. 28. The general season starts Nov. 2, one week after what is sure to be a busy Youth Only hunting weekend that runs Oct. 25-27. It’s showtime for an army Texas K-9s that live for deer season and the chance to put their noses to work to help hunters recover animals they otherwise may not find.S...
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