Usually the best trackers start out on lead for 3 or 4 seasons. You have control over what the dog is doing especially when it's a pup. There will always be situations where the dog needs to be on lead (roads, property lines and such). Some states don't allow off lead tracking. Always better if the dog can track on lead. It can always be turned loose if needed to bay, cross big water or whatever.

Last edited by trackncur; 02/12/16 01:13 AM.