scent

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That includes drag hunting - which uses a fixed course for the hounds to follow - and clean‑boot hunting, where bloodhounds chase the scent of runners they mingle with before they set off.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

In this room, I am at times unsettled, at once tracking the movements of the actors while attempting to remain hyper aware of any sudden touch or scent.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Bear, an 11-year-old Australian Koolie, was one of the first dogs in the country to be trained on the scent of koala fur.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“Expert review” coasted under the radar for months, until a few tech journalists caught its scent.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

He ran up the valley: his scent swallowed up by that of the herd.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver