LibGuides: Animals in Emergency Situations: Arson Dogs

Web Resources

A black Labrador Retriever with a red leash and collar.

This arson dog is the same breed as Mattie, the first certified accelerant-detection canine. Photo from State Farm

Fire-Fighting Dogs: Sniffing Out Arson, Wildfires, & More
This article published at the American Kennel Club website gives a short history of dogs' association with the fire service and descriptions of accelerant, explosives, embers, and cremains detection dogs.
FireRescue1 - Arson dogs: 5 facts about accelerant-detection canines
"Learn about arson dog training, programs, capabilities, years of service, and some famous arson dogs."
Arson Dogs to the Rescue
The Risk Management magazine tells the story of Judge, an accelerant-detection dog who worked a serial arson case in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Canine Training and Operations Support Branch
ATF arson canines detect explosives, explosives residue, and post blast evidence.
Canine Accelerant Detection Association (CADA)
"Established in 1991, CADA is the oldest national and international association dedicated solely to detection canines working in the field of fire investigations. Comprised of members throughout North America, CADA offers networking, certification, and continuing education opportunities for accelerant detection canine teams." - CADA's 'About Us' webpage
Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal Arson Canine Program
The website provides information on the use of arson canines in Illinois fire departments, information on scheduling an exhibition, and information on training and certification.

Fire Risk Management - Canine Partners
Discusses the use of fire investigation dogs in Hong Kong.