How to Identify Wild Dog Prints

Accurately identifying animal tracks takes practice. Every animal has a distinct print, and with time, you will be able to identify prints made by a wild dog.

Instructions

    • 1

      Look for 4 toe imprints. All dogs have 4 toes.

    • 2

      Look for a small space between the pad of the foot and the toes. A wide gap indicates a track from another type of animal.

    • 3

      Determine if the track from the front foot is larger than the track from the hind foot. If the front- and back foot leave the same size imprint, it is probably not a wild dog.

    • 4

      Look for nail prints above the toes. The nail prints on the middle toes should be prominent. You may also be able to see lighter prints for the outside toes.