From Texan cacti the size of almonds to rhinos roaming deep within the rainforests of Sumatra, dogs have proven effective at detecting species across the world and the taxonomic system. …
How Can Detection Dogs Pair with Other Methods?
Conservation detection dogs are one of the most effective methods of non-invasive wildlife monitoring there is. In a 2021 review of 1,220 publications featuring wildlife detection dogs, dogs were found …
Detection Dogs and Non-Invasive Wildlife Monitoring
As our understanding of wildlife ethics advances, non-invasive methods of monitoring are becoming increasingly sought after. As part of this trend, conservation detection dogs are emerging as one of the …
Curlew Nest Detection Dogs through Solid Science with Caroline Finlay of Conservation Detection Dogs of Northern Ireland
In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Caroline Finlay about curlew nest detection dogs. Science Highlight: None Links Mentioned in the Episode: Conservation detection dogs sniff out rare …
How to Make PVC Scent Snorkels at Home for Detection Dogs
Many trainers use line-ups consisting of PVC scent snorkels to help train detection dogs to detect a new scent or ignore off-target odors. These PVC scent snorkels are stable, identical, …
How Much Money Do Conservation Detection Dog Trainers Make?
Working as a conservation detection dog trainer/handler is an incredible lifestyle for the right person. It’s not for everyone – the hours are long, the fieldwork is physically demanding, and …
Odor Discrimination Part 2: Training an “All Clear” for Detection Dogs with Paul Bunker
In the second episode of the odor discrimination mini series, we revisit an older episode of K9 Conservationists where Kayla speaks with Paul Bunker of Chiron K9 about all clear procedures. …