German Shepherds - Bed Bug Detectives:
- Jul 4, 2023
- 2 min read
Sniffing out these pesky critters with precision and passion!
German Shepherds are one of the most popular breeds of scent detection dogs, due to their intelligence, loyalty, and stamina. They are commonly trained for multiple types of scent detection, including narcotics, explosives, bed bugs, and even diseases. They are known for their strong sense of smell, powerful physique, and intense work ethic.
German Shepherds have an incredibly high drive and natural instincts that make them well suited for working in scent detection. They are naturally curious and driven, making them great candidates for the rigorous training required to become a detection dog.
Santo, our newest addition to Spot On K9 detection, will start his training at 6 months of age. Rio was imprinted to the scent of live bed bugs at 9 months of age. Both Rio and Santo have the ability to follow complex commands, this makes them ideal for advanced scent work.
Another advantage of German Shepherds in scent detection is their heightened sense of alertness and protection instinct. They are naturally protective of their family, as well as their handlers and the people around them. This helps them stay engaged and focused in stressful scenarios that require quick and decisive action.
Overall, German Shepherds are some of the most accomplished and versatile scent detection dogs there are. Their strength, intelligence, work ethic, and loyalty make them an excellent choice for a wide range of detection tasks, and their contribution to law enforcement and other scent detection professions such as bed bug detection, is invaluable.
If you suspect that your home or business premise have bed bugs, please contact Marcos and Rio at (778) 855-6768 or message him via our contact form.
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