Hunting Season Roblox dog training centers on earning experience points by tracking wounded prey across trails. Introduced in the hunting dog update by Josima Studios (version v0.19.1), canines locate harvests, follow footprint scents, and upgrade stats such as search radius. Accessing the dog menu requires opening the in-game map menu, while direct field commands use an interaction radial.
Dog Breeds and Purchase Options
Players acquire companions through the in-game menu by pressing M and navigating to the Dogs tab. The game offers two breeds with different purchasing methods and base statistics:
| Breed | Price | Distinct Attributes | Management Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodhound | 10,000 In-game Cash | Standard scent tracking | Rename, Kennel, Recall |
| Grand Bleu | 160 Robux | Includes unique Tracking Range stat | Rename, Kennel, Recall |
After purchasing either breed, players can assign a custom name and summon the dog into the world. If you want to hunt alone or clear space, sending the dog to the kennel removes it from the map until called back.
Dog Controls and Command Inputs
Field commands rely on keyboard inputs on PC to direct the dog during a hunt:
- M Key: Opens the main interface to inspect dog profiles, recall or kennel the animal, and view the dog's live icon location on the world map.
- G Key (Press or Hold): Opens the interaction command wheel with options including Stay, Follow Me, and Track Blood.
- Petting Interaction: Approaching the dog directly allows players to interact and pet their companion in the field.
When fast traveling or moving across distant outposts on the map, the dog automatically teleports to the player's updated location.
How Dog Training and Leveling Works
Training a dog in Hunting Season does not use passive timers. Instead, leveling progress depends directly on active field usage.
Earning Experience Points (XP)
Each time you down an animal and instruct your dog to track the trail, the dog enters a search sequence. Once the dog reaches the harvested target, it logs completion and gains XP (such as 100 XP per successful track). Accumulating enough XP grants stat points to allocate directly into your hound's performance traits.
Scent and Blood Trail Mechanics
Current game builds do not render red blood splatters on terrain. Instead, injured animals leave trails represented by footprint sequences:
- Down a target from range, noting the approximate impact spot.
- Approach the initial hit location. If you order tracking from too far away, the dog displays a "no track" or out-of-radius message.
- Open the G menu and select Track Blood.
- The companion shifts from a searching state into an active tracking state, following footprints directly along the flight path.
- Upon reaching the harvest, the dog begins barking, and its UI status changes to "found waiting."
Stat Upgrades
Allocating earned training points enhances the dog's tracking reliability:
- Search Radius: Increases the distance from which the dog can pick up initial scent and footprint markers, reducing failed commands.
- Tracking Speed: Accelerates how quickly the hound follows footprint paths to the downed animal.
Tracking Strategies for Faster Leveling
- Track Every Harvest: Even when an animal falls in plain view, commanding your dog to track blood yields full XP towards leveling points.
- Avoid Far Offsets: Ordering a track from long distances wastes time walking in circles. Close the distance to the approximate point of impact before triggering the command.
- Map Tracking: If your dog runs ahead through thick brush, open the map with M to pinpoint its exact coordinate marker.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get a dog in Hunting Season on Roblox?
Press M to open the menu, select the Dogs category, and choose between the Bloodhound for 10,000 cash or the Grand Bleu for 160 Robux.
What should you upgrade first when leveling a hunting dog?
Prioritize Search Radius. A larger search radius allows the dog to detect faint footprint trails from greater distances, reducing failed search attempts.
Why does the dog say no track found?
The command was issued too far from where the animal was struck or began bleeding. Walk closer to the last known position or visible footprints before selecting Track Blood.
