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Category: Working Dogs

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Open post COVID-19 detection dogs

COVID-19 Detection Dogs Enlisted in the Fight Against the Coronavirus

Jillian Blume By Jillian BlumeJun 10, 2020June 10, 2020

The work being done to train COVID-19 detection dogs is a groundbreaking endeavor that could help stop the spread of illness amid the pandemic.

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The Amazing Work of Search and Rescue Dogs and Their Handlers

Jillian Blume By Jillian BlumeNov 11, 2019April 20, 2020

Years ago, dogs simply tracked trails. Today, they’re being trained in “air scenting.” Here’s how this new technique has revolutionized search and rescue.

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Meet the K-9s of A&E’s “Live PD”

Kristene Carroll, CVT By Kristene Carroll, CVTApr 8, 2019April 20, 2020

The police dogs are a huge part of this unpredictable, totally addictive TV show. Here’s what you need to know — plus, some behind-the-scenes trivia.

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The Amazing Story of a Secret Service Dog Trainer

Jillian Blume By Jillian BlumeFeb 6, 2019May 31, 2020

As a young boy in the 1970s, Leth Oun survived the killing fields of Cambodia. Now he protects U.S. presidents as a member of the Secret Service Canine Unit.

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In Harm’s Way: The 4 Surprising Dangers That Police Dogs Face

Melissa Smith By Melissa SmithJun 19, 2018April 20, 2020

Police dogs dedicate their lives to helping law enforcement fight crime. And just like human officers, K-9s face many safety risks on the job.

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Even After Retirement, Military and Police Dogs Are Heroes

Melissa Smith By Melissa SmithApr 3, 2017May 31, 2020

Why retired military dogs need our support.

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Spotlight On: Dogs Who Can Sniff Out Cancer

Jillian Blume By Jillian BlumeMar 10, 2016May 27, 2020

At her In Situ Foundation, Dina Zaphiris trains dogs to detect early-stage cancer from human saliva, urine, plasma and even breath samples.

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Let’s Salute Our Canine Veterans! (Have You Considered Adopting One?)

C.D. Watson By C.D. WatsonNov 11, 2014May 15, 2020

Dogs have helped in every American war dating back to the Revolutionary War. Some of these dogs need good homes right now!

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Spotlight On: Bomb-Sniffing Dogs

Jillian Blume By Jillian BlumeSep 16, 2014May 19, 2019

Explosive detection dogs are on an unbelievably important mission. Find out how they are trained and which breeds are top candidates for jobs like this.

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Working Dog Breeds: The Best of the Best!

C.D. Watson By C.D. WatsonJun 5, 2012May 19, 2020

Ever wonder which dog breeds are best suited to various working dog jobs? In this article, I break down the “best of the best,” one by one.

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What’s in the Barrel Around a Saint Bernard’s Neck?

Kristine Lacoste By Kristine LacosteJan 13, 2012May 15, 2020

Saint Bernards and the curious kegs sometimes seen around their necks have a long and disputed history.

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Do Bedbug Dogs Work? Yes, and No.

Dave Baker By Dave BakerOct 7, 2011May 15, 2020

Sorry, but bedbug dog accuracy is not as great as you might think. The dirty little secret in the industry: False positives are rampant.

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The Dog Who Helped the U.S. Military Kill Bin Laden

Dave Baker By Dave BakerMay 4, 2011May 15, 2020

It’s true: A dog was used in the Osama bin Laden raid. But remember, this canine hero is just one of hundreds of military dogs saving lives every day.

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