Pitch refers to the lengthwise angle of the track, while roll refers to the lateral angle. Pitch shows how an animal's weight was distributed. A roll is often seen when an animal makes a turn. A cliff is a vertical edge where the soil is compressed at a right angle. This usually occurs at the sides of the feet and indicates the animal was traveling in a straight line.
Overhangs are most common with deer and other hoofed animals.
However, they may also show up with other animals. Overhangs indicate a sudden stop or sidestep. A slope indicates where the foot came in or went out, as it usually occurs at the front or back of the track. A drag mark at the front or back of the track is called a gouge. This can indicate fatigue, injury, heavy weight, high speed or maybe even foot protrusions.