Sparhunden

About Sparhunden

Take your dog's scent-tracking training to the next level with Spårhunden – the ultimate digital companion for tracking handlers and working dog competitors!

Whether you are preparing for working dog trials (SBK), IGP, or simply tracking for mental stimulation, Spårhunden provides the precision logging, rich analytics, and tools to help you and your dog grow as a team.

LOG BY FACT, NOT BY GUESSWORK
Put down the pen and paper. Spårhunden allows you to easily log your tracking sessions with high-precision GPS, optimized for dense forest canopies and challenging outdoor environments.

CORE SCENT-TRACKING FEATURES:

• LAY TRACKS WITH GPS: Record your route, pin the start flag, place articles/end pins, and choose materials in real time. The app measures exact track length, duration, and stride count.
• AGING TIMER: The built-in countdown timer tracks aging to the second, letting you know exactly when the scent has settled according to your chosen discipline.
• WORK THE DOG: Record the dog's actual path as you follow. Mark problem spots, temporary stalls, or found articles. The app measures your precision, comparing the layer’s path to the dog’s work.
• PRECISE TRAINING LOG: Log terrain types (forest, field, asphalt), weather conditions at start (temperature, wind speed, and direction fetched automatically via GPS), along with dog condition, difficulty, and notes.

TAILORED FOR YOUR DISCIPLINES:

• WORKING DOG (SBK): Full support for Swedish SBK tracking classes (Appell to Elit) with correct article counts and typical track lengths.
• IGP & FPR: Specialized IGP tracking features. Calibrate your stride length, mark corners, place articles in different materials (wood, leather, carpet), and view step displays on the map.

SMART & DYNAMIC UTILITIES:

• AREA TRACKS (PRO): Overlay previous tracks as a semi-transparent layer on the map. Never accidentally cross your own training tracks or lay twice in the same spot again.
• BLIND TRACKS & SHARING: Share encrypted tracks with training partners. Send a track in "Blind Mode" to hide the path from the receiver – they will only see the start flag and articles, perfectly simulating a trial!
• AI JOURNAL (PRO): Let Google Gemini generate beautiful, factual journal entries or Instagram captions directly from your actual track data.
• STATISTICS & GOALS: Track your progress over time with deep analytics per terrain, dog, or discipline. Set weekly goals, maintain streaks, and unlock 30+ achievement badges!
• HOME SCREEN WIDGETS: Glance widgets display aging countdowns, weekly goal progress, shortcuts, or key statistics directly on your home screen.

BUILT FOR THE REALITIES OF THE FOREST
Spårhunden features a highly robust, battery-efficient tracking system that runs securely in the background when the screen is locked. Built-in watchdogs warn you if system power saving attempts to interrupt your GPS, and crash-resilient restoration ensures your training data is always safe.

Download Spårhunden today and transform your scent-tracking training into a structured, rewarding, and fun journey!