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Web Resources
- Fire-Fighting Dogs: Sniffing Out Arson, Wildfires, & MoreThis 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.
- State Farm Arson Dog ProgramThe State Farm website provides an overview of the arson dog training program, other resources related to arson dogs, including a 12-episode web series hosted by Victoria Stilwell, dog trainer and pet behavior expert, and information about scholarships for fire departments for arson dog training.
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Canine Training and Operations Support BranchATF 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." - from the CADA website. - Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal Arson Canine ProgramThe website provides information on the use of arson canines in Illinois fire departments, information on scheduling an exhibition, and information on training and certification.