The purpose of this booklet is to share science-backed concepts and ideas that are proven to improve the quality and rigor of detection canine training and testing.
The Dogs and Sensors Subcommittee of the Organization of Scientific Area Committee (OSAC) determined that initial training, certification, and documentation guidelines should be …
The AKC DDTF is working with industry, academia, government, and top breeders and trainers to establish a reliable, high-quality domestic source for detection dogs to meet America’s needs.
Completion of a 40-hour GFJC Trainer Certification Course, or approved equivalent, including instruction by recognized detection canine trainer(s), law enforcement, legal and scientific …
Canines are imprinted to detect all five families of commercial explosives as well as homemade and peroxide-based explosives frequently used by terrorists. Customized deployment plans …
These results provide evidence supporting the efectiveness of markers in animal training, and demonstrate benefits specific to the challenges commonly faced in detection dog training.
Discipline specific guidelines can be found within their respective discipline specific documents. This standard was revised, prepared, and finalized by the Dogs and Sensors Consensus Body …