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ReviewAnimals : an open access journal from MDPI2023

Explosive Detection Dogs: A Perspective from the Personality Profile, Selection, Training Methods, Employment, and Performance to Mitigate a Real Threat.

Antônio J de Miranda-Magalhães, Gustavo M Jantorno, Adauto Z Pralon, Márcio B de Castro, Cristiano Barros de Melo

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Antônio J de Miranda-MagalhãesGraduate Program in Animal Sciences (PPGCA/FAV), University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro ICC Sul, Asa Norte, Brasília 70910-900, Federal District, Brazil.
Gustavo M JantornoGraduate Program in Animal Sciences (PPGCA/FAV), University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro ICC Sul, Asa Norte, Brasília 70910-900, Federal District, Brazil.
Adauto Z PralonBomb and Explosives Group (GBE), Policia Federal (PF/SRES), Brasília 70037-900, Federal District, Brazil.
Márcio B de CastroGraduate Program in Animal Sciences (PPGCA/FAV), University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro ICC Sul, Asa Norte, Brasília 70910-900, Federal District, Brazil.ORCID 0000-0002-3996-0856
Cristiano Barros de MeloGraduate Program in Animal Sciences (PPGCA/FAV), University of Brasilia (UnB), Campus Darcy Ribeiro ICC Sul, Asa Norte, Brasília 70910-900, Federal District, Brazil.

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Abstract

Terrorist organizations have compelled security authorities of every nation to make an increasingly significant commitment toward mitigating the risk of mass casualties and severe financial and property damages. As a result, various security measures have been implemented, including the use of advanced equipment and an uptick in intelligence activities. One of the most effective tools that has yielded outstanding results is the use of explosive detection dogs (EDDs). The nature of EDDs demands a high level of sensitivity given the inherent danger and severity of real threat situations that may involve the risk of explosion. Moreover, the operating procedures for EDDs are unique and distinguishable from other forms of detection. We conducted a review to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject, highlighting the EDDs' personality profile, selection, training methods, performance, and employment, incorporating insights from diverse fields, conducting an analysis, and presenting a perspective on using EDDs to prevent explosion threats.

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caninedetectorexplosivesniffer dogterrorism

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