WDDO announces ‘hybrid’ conference April 8-9
The World Detector Dog Organization has finalized its speakers for its 15th annual conference taking place April 8-9, 2021. Read more»
Use nonverbal cues to communicate with detector dogs
This segment continues the discussion about dog and nonverbal communications between dogs and handlers. This time we’ll discuss why it’s important to learn a little about how to speak dog if we want to have a top dog. Knowing how... Read more»
Understand your detector dog’s nonverbal cues
Long before a dog uses sound to communicate, it sends clear signals with its physical movements. Learn to understand your detector dog's nonverbal cues. Read more»
Why nonverbal cues matter to detector dogs
Research shows that dogs can learn some words. The question, is whether verbally is the best way for us to communicate with dogs. Read more»
What PMPs should know about companion animals and COVID-19
Within the United States, there is no evidence to suggest that companion animals can serve as a source for human COVID-19 infection. Read more»
K9 Luke joins Flea Flicker Pest Control
Luke is a mixed breed of blue heeler (Australian cattle dog) and rat terrier. He is the first bed bug K9 for Flea Flicker Pest Control, Mount Holly, N.J. Read more»
Wil-Kil shares benefits of bed bug detection dogs
Wil-Kil Pest Control experts have been partnering with certified scent detection canines for over 10 years to detect countless bed bug infestations. Read more»
How to evaluate a detector dog for food drive
This segment continues the process of evaluating detector dogs. This time we’ll focus on food-rewarded dogs. (Editor’s note: Read Part 1 – How to choose a dog for scent detection, Part 2 – Tips to evaluate a dog for scent detection and... Read more»