HeyJaredThe Nose Knows Game Recovery
Our podcast dives into real deer recovery stories from the field, told by trackers and their dogs who put in the work when the shot isn’t perfect. Every episode brings raw, honest hunts, lessons learned, and the bond between hunter, hound, and the trail.
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Blood Tracking Crash Course: Common Terms & Why You Need a Local Mentor (opens the original)
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Welcome back to a solo episode of The Nose Knows Game Recovery! Today, I’m flying solo to tackle a bunch of the questions I’ve been getting from you all lately. We are taking a step back to break down some common tracking knowledge, define everyday terms, and get back to the basics of handling.While I love putting out these videos and podcasts, I have to be completely honest with you: consuming blanket content online will only get you so far. Every single dog and handler team is entirely unique,
Two Dogs Can Track Completely Differently - Lisa Gargulak - Bluff Country Deer Recovery (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Nose Knows Game Recovery, host TJ Reily sits down with handler Lisa Gargulak to talk through the practical realities of training and working deer-tracking dogs. They dive deep into comparing handling styles across different dog drives, designing training tracks that build real-world confidence, and learning when to step back and trust your dog in the field.What we cover in this episode:Adapting to the Dog: Comparing high-drive winding dogs with line-disciplined trackers (L
Buck Falls Through Frozen Pond?!? \ Dat Spotted Dog Big Game Recovery (opens the original)
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The Art and Science of Tracking Dogs with Al Sherman What makes a truly exceptional tracking dog? According to veteran tracker Al Sherman, it comes down to experience, patience, and learning to trust the dog at the end of the lead. In this episode, Al shares the lessons he's learned since beginning his tracking journey in 1982. From his early days working with Catahoulas to decades of recovering wounded game in challenging conditions, he explains why no two tracks are ever the same and why real-
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