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This channel we cover various aspects of Detection Dog training... Ranging from Professional detection dog work to those who compete in sports like Nosework and Scentwork.

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This Quick Sniff video is about Alert / Indication positions. Why do we struggle when reading our dogs Alert to odor. This might be due to our inconsistent reinforcement history for the behavior at odor. This video comes from a audio clip from my Odor Pays lecture where we talk about reinforcement and the dogs behavior or indication at odor. For more information about our classes, seminars and online learning visit: https://www.fordk9.com Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fordk9 Instagram @cameronfordk9
Alert Position Confusion
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In this Quick Sniff, I speak about how dogs take in the "Odor Picture" of not only the target odor but also the vessel or container the target odor is IN or ON. As we train dogs we have to make sure we ensure the dogs know to seek out the odor no matter how it may be presented or contained. It takes time to expose the dogs to numerous variations and presentations of target odor, but the more we do the better they will be about understanding to tell us target odor is there. This is from one of my lectures at a Odor Pays Seminar. If you are interested in classes, seminars, or webinars visit https://www.fordk9.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fordk9 Instagram @cameronfordk9
Dealing with generalization of Odor containers
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This Quick Sniff video is about Direct or Indirect reward options. In the dog training industry we like to pick a side... you are either this or that very rarely do we say why not use both. Example the type of Reward, you are either FOOD or TOY only, but why not both? Like in this video Direct Reward or Indirect Reward, but why not both? Having options gives you more ability as a handler and a trainer. Why limit ourselves? This video we talk about the using communication such as "Conditioned Reinforcers" and "Keep going Signal" to give us the ability to have Direct and Indirect reward ability. My dog should be able to do both and by doing both I am more versatile as a handler and have a better more clear Alert/Indication to odor, with longer duration and less anticipatory behaviors. To learn more information like this with our Classes, Seminars and Online learning visit https://www.fordk9.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fordk9 Instagram @cameronfordk9
Direct and Indirect Reward for Detection Alert
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In this Video I cover SOME of the various common terms used in the Detection Dog community. There are lots of words and definitions used in Detection dog work and dog training in general. It is important to discuss these terms to help people understand what we are saying or trying to mean when we discuss training or how to use our dogs when searching for odor. This video is from our online class of Odor Pays on the FordK9.com website. For more information on Classes, Seminars, and webinars visit: https://www.fordk9.com
K9 Detection Dog Terms and Definitions
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This is a clip from one of my Seminars and online classes for Detection Trainers where I discuss breeds and genetics and how these play a role in the dogs learning and performance in detection dog work. Things like how a dog processes information and makes decisions, or how a breed may have been bred for strong memory and how this plays a role in how they learn. Knowing this information helps you know the dog in front of you better and how to train this dog more efficiently. Knowing breed traits and WHY they do something a certain way or how they hunt or search... again helps you work and train a detection dog better and helps create clarity in learning detection odors. More information on classes, seminars and online learning about Detection dogs visit https://www.fordk9.com
How do Genetics and Breed type play a role in Detection
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In this Quick Sniff video we discuss one of the aspects of what we call Step 0 which is part of the Odor Pays training program for Detection Dogs. This video is a quick overview of how we use food and play to help develop what our Alert (indication) to odor will be once we move into Step 1 of Odor Pays and we actually have odor present in the training. For more information on our training and seminars go to https://www.fordk9.com
How to build a Alert to odor with Indication and Play development
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In this Video I talk about some of the ways to find work as a Detection K9 Handler and import things to look for and consider as you start this journey. Ford K9: Handler and Trainer School and Seminars https://www.fordk9.com K9s Talking Scents Podcast https://www.fordk9.com/podcasts/
How to become a K9 Detection Dog Handler
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Here is another Quick Sniff Video. This is a Interview with Jenn Cassens after she just completed our Canine Cognition seminar. Jenn talks about what she learned and how this information will help her with her SAR dogs and how she feels it can help others in SAR K9 by learning Canine Cognition and be better about Knowing their dog so they can train their dog more efficiently and with less potential conflicts. To see when there are more Canine Cognition Seminars https://www.fordk9.com/events/ or to host one in your area go to https://www.fordk9.com/faq/ To find out about more classes and webinars go to https://www.fordk9.com/ #knowyourdog #caninecognition #policek9 #detectiondogs
Cognition Interview with Jenn Cassens (SAR K9 Handler)
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Welcome to our first "Quick Sniff" Video This Video is about cleaning your Detection Equipment with guest Dr. Mallory Dechant of Texas Tech University Canine Olfaction Laboratory Email: Mallory.Dechant@ttu.edu Cameron Ford owner of Ford K9 Email: cameron@fordk9.com 75% Alcohol Fragrance Free wipes Boil Glass or metal items in Distilled water for 13 mins Additional cleaning products go to: https://www.scik9.com/clean For Seminars, Workshops, Webinars and Classes visit https://www.fordk9.com/
Quick Sniff Video "Cleaning your Detection Dog Equipment"
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In this video I cover SOME ideas for putting training odor out. In some cases it is to protect the training aid, in other cases it is to protect the environment from higher levels of contamination. These are just a few ideas... tell us some of yours down below in the comments. TADDS https://www.scik9.com Simon Prins ACT Products https://www.simonprins.com/webshop/ Tins https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-23419/Retail-Boxes/Screw-Top-Metal-Tins-2-oz-Shallow Shaker cans https://www.webstaurantstore.com/10-oz-stainless-steel-shaker/407DR10T.html Getxent Tubes https://getxent.com Boxes and Magnets http://hondensportshop.nl/nl/ Magnetic Straw https://k9nwsource.com/shop/magnetic-metal-straws-hide-plain-sight/ Whatman Paper 589/2 https://www.amazon.com/Whatman-10300107-Ashless-Quantitative-Diameter/dp/B00394F62Q/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2LDG16NK9L9TS&keywords=Whatman+paper+589%2F2&qid=1644173859&s=industrial&sprefix=whatman+paper+589%2F2%2Cindustrial%2C122&sr=1-2 Muslin Bags https://www.amazon.com/Tatuo-Pieces-Drawstring-Wedding-Supplies/dp/B07GTFJ514/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3HRII74KO5BEK&keywords=muslin%2Bbags%2Bwith%2Bdrawstring&qid=1644173700&sprefix=muslin%2Bbag%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExTDZPNlJPS1ZXUlQ0JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODc5NTQ4MlFSOFAzT0ZTRVgzRSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTYwOTUzMVBMNzhIVFZZMlJPSSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1 Suet Cage https://www.amazon.com/MEKKAPRO-Feeder-Hanging-Capacity-Recommended/dp/B081V9R664/ref=sxin_14_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?cv_ct_cx=Suet+cage&keywords=Suet+cage&pd_rd_i=B081V9R664&pd_rd_r=a33e8cef-507d-4d76-ac46-9657b7415086&pd_rd_w=05ixb&pd_rd_wg=ghiqo&pf_rd_p=e1d8e36a-df74-4d2c-b1c3-e48ba2734078&pf_rd_r=8D1P42K7X8YC63EX7AYB&qid=1644174056&sr=1-1-a73d1c8c-2fd2-4f19-aa41-2df022bcb241-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyQlpNRzlLTlZQSzZPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzA5NTYxM002NUFENFFBVFE2TSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTQ1MDYzM1JDTVBMT1pHR1VCUiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3NlYXJjaF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= K9 Trainer and Handler Workshops, Seminars and Webinars https://www.fordk9.com
Odor Vessels (Ideas for putting training odors out)
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People get frustrated with their dogs are drawn to distractions and proofing odors... In this video we will talk about ONE way to address a Distraction or proofing odor that isolates and focuses the dog to know Target odor is the one the gets reinforcement NOT the distractor or proofing item. Detection Handler and Trainer Schools https://www.fordk9.com Podcast: K9s Talking Scents
Work on the issue of Distractions and Proofing Odors
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There are various opinions and reasons to reinforce change in behavior in Detection work...In this video we talk about a FEW of the reasons why some will do this and why there could be problems when we reinforce changes in behavior. Tell us your thoughts down below. For more information on Detection dog Trainer and Handler classes visit https://www.fordk9.com
What Happens when you reinforce "Change In Behavior"
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Here is 1 step and technique we can use to focus and isolate detection training and creating a strong value to odor. At Ford K9 we have numerous steps we take to build the process that "Odor Pays" with the pups we raise and train, this is just one of them during the foundational stage. The Skinner box allows us to have the puppy in an environment with limited options. Having only a few options allows the puppy to learn faster and receive reinforcement quicker, thus understanding Odor Pays. For information on the size and blueprints of this Detection Skinner box contact Richard Cassens at richcassen@hotmail.com For more Detection Dog Training information go to www.fordk9.com #k9puppies #k9 #policek9 #detectiondogs #snifferdogs #puppies #noseworkforpuppies #scentwork #nosework #fordk9
Skinner box for odor (puppy development)
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In this episode I review a K9 odor kit scent to me by Josh Judge from Iowa K9 Detection. All Real odors Sodium Chlorate Potassium Chlorate Potassium Nitrate Ammonium Nitrate Black Powder Single Base Smokeless Powder Double Base Smokeless Powder Pyrodex To purchase this kit go here https://www.iowak9detection.com More information on Detection Dog Schools for Handlers and Trainers https://www.fordk9.com
Mail Call (Product Review from Iowa K9 Detection)
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This is a common debate in the Detection Dog community... some have drawn a line in the sand and say using food in detection should never be done, or if you need food it must mean you have a low drive dog. Others use food and do so quite effectively and in some cases out perform dogs that use toy as a reward so which side is right??? Could there be middle ground... could you use both Food and Toy??? What about the dog in front of you? We discuss all that and more in this video. For more information like this as well as classes and seminars visit www.fordk9.com
Food for Detection is BAD...
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Many times when we start dogs in detection we use a specific item such as a wood box or a PVC pipe or Wall with ports. Our issue is we stay using this context for too long and we lose out on teaching the dog Odor is the context not what it is contained in. In this video I discuss the importance of changing context frequently and some options on what to use even in the beginning stage of odor training. #detectiondogs #snifferdogs #policeK9 #k9unit #DetectionK9 #nosework #Scentwork #DDTDogs #FordK9 White HDPE box contact @chaz.grider1 on Facebook Black boxes www.hondensportshop.nl Metal Drawer boxes Focused K9 www.detectiondog.com For more information and classes go to www.fordk9.com
Understanding CONTEXT for detection
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Ask yourself this... Should Reward lead to Odor OR Odor lead to Reward??? Many of us when training detection dogs use the system of Simultaneous Conditioning meaning we have the reward paired with odor, then we move to just odor being present. Example Remote ball popping boxes, or boxes or what have you where we have reinforcement with the odor. Delayed Conditioning means Dog comes into odor first and while in odor the Conditioned Reinforcer or Reinforcement is delivered. This system teaches tot he dog odor has to happen first. In this video we discuss this more in-depth. #detectiondogs #policek9 #k9 #nosework #scentwork #snifferdogs #bombdogs #drugdogs #bedbugdogs #fordk9 For more information and classes and online learning visit www.fordk9.com
Understanding Delayed Conditioning for Detection Dogs
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This video we discuss understanding Hierarchy of reward items and why this is helpful when training Detection Dogs. #DetectionDogs #policeK9 #drugdogs #bombdogs #nosework #scentwork #snifferdogs #knowyourdog www.fordk9.com
Do you know your Dog's Hierarchy Of Reward
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This is a question that comes up frequently on Social Media and in our classes. A main factor of surface area vs weight of substance comes up in this same discussion. This video covers both. For more information about this and other Detection dogs questions, visit www.fordk9.com #detectiondogs #nosework #scentwork #policeK9 #snifferdogs #odordetection #k9training #detectionskills
How long should I put out my odor before I run my dog??
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This is a review of the Detection dog tool (MODD) designed to mix odors in a more controlled way. The MODD was designed by Dr. Lauryn DeGreeff and sold by Precision explosives. This is a simple overview, however for more questions contact Todd Wilbur at www.pre-exp.com Also visit www.fordk9.com #detectiondogs #nosework #scentwork #policeK9 #snifferdogs #odordetection #k9training #detectionskills
Review of the MODD (Mixture Odor Delivery Device)
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This video is to thank you all for supporting Ford K9 and to update you on what is ahead for 2022!!! www.Fordk9.com
Ford K9 Christmas "Thank You and Update"
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In this video I sit down with Chief Instructor Dave Hibbert of the Midlands Police Dog Centre. We talk about his program and more specifically the breeding program for Police Dogs they have there. Many in the United States say how it is impossible to have breeding programs domestically for Police K9s, yet many around the world show ways it can be done. I agree certain models of breeding programs are problematic or previous ones have failed. However if we look at the programs that have been successful as well as learn the lessons from the past… we can have programs in the US that provide viable dogs for detection and Police K9 needs. Www.fordk9.com #detectiondogs #nosework #scentwork #policeK9 #snifferdogs #odordetection #k9training #detectionskills
Interview with Dave Hibbert (Chief Instructor) West Midlands Police Dog Centre
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This is a video of three of our dogs currently in Bedbug Detection training getting ready for their new handlers that will start in a few more weeks. As you can see from the video the dogs work in environments with plenty of distraction and lots of other smells. It’s also important for us that the dogs have a clear indication that tells you when they have located the bugs. For more information or to have Ford K9 train your next detection dog visit www.FordK9.com 
Bedbug Detection Dog Training
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On this video we discuss some of the Odor containment and storage options we use here at Ford K9 TADDS (Training Aid Delivery Device) www.scik9.com Getxent Tube www.getxent.com 10oz Dredge Shaker can www.websturant.com 32oz Wide mouth Glass jar with metal lid. www.uline.com 50cal Ammo can www.amazon.com To learn more about being a Detection Dog Handler and Trainer go to www.fordk9.com #detectiondogs #nosework #scentwork #policeK9 #snifferdogs #odordetection #k9training #detectionskills
Odor Containment and Storage options
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At Ford K9 we want to share the value of KNOWING YOUR DOG... and Canine Cognition testing is one of the best ways to know how your dog thinks and learns. Richard Cassens is a SAR K9 Handler and Pet Dog Trainer. This interview gives you his perspective right after he just finished going through the Canine Cognition Seminar by Ford K9. For more information visit www.fordk9.com
Canine Cognition (Richard Cassens) Interview
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