detector dogs

Gus Dempsey is a newly trained dog handler in the United States Marine Corps, and when he is deployed to Afghanistan he is paired with Loki, a bomb-sniffing black Labrador with a mischievous streak.

"K-9 law enforcement dogs play an important role in communities everywhere. These furry friends can learn how to sniff out evidence and catch criminals. Find out what these four-legged officers do to help keep us safe."--Publisher.

Tells the inspiring story of Sergeant Mike Dowling and his bomb-snifing dog, Rex, as they navigated the always-dangerous Triangle of Death region in Iraq in 2004.

The story of K-9 Marine hero Lucca and the handlers who fought alongside her through wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, discussing her four hundred mission career and the bond she developed with her handlers.

"How can dogs that sniff for excrement, urine, vomit, and mucus help protect animals from extinction? Scat-detection dogs like Wicket, Tucker, and Orbee are conservation heroes and pioneers in a cutting-edge field of science. Canine detec-tives use their super sense of smell to locate the scat of target animals. From loose bear dung to gooey whale poop, scat can tell scientists valuable information about an animal's sex, age, diet, and health--all without harming the animal or endangering the researcher."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the various ways specific dogs have put their super sniffing ability to use, from bedbug sniffers, to explosive detectors, to life-saving allergy detectors, and more.

"Describes dogs that work to detect explosives in many locations. Explains training dogs and handlers require, along with the best breeds for the job. Includes stories of dogs that have worked on K9 Police squads and as military working dogs in Iraq"--Provided by publisher.

Bombs, mines, and IEDs are important parts of modern warfare. Rreaders are introduced to the origins of these weapons and the advanced technology used to create them today.

Presents information on how different kinds of animals, such as dogs, rats, and fruit flies, assist with the detection and diagnosis of diseases. Includes a glossary, color photographs, and a list of additional resources.

"Learn how animals can be trained to help people after disasters"--Provided by publisher.