David Frost

Interesting comment on Fox News this AM re the search for Jessie Davis in
Ohio. The anchor said, "Cadaver dogs reacting to a mound of dirt late
yesterday; they were right on the scent but it turned out to be freshly planted marijuana plants."

This comment was made on another list, but I think is an interesting question. My thoughts are; someone needs to do some training on freshly dug holes. Other thoughts are; I don't believe a handler would consciously cue a dog (although that has happened) but subconsciously does not want to be the handler that missed it. A handler called to a scene of freshly dug dirt, a high profile case, an emotionally charged case and my understanding, more than one dog responded.

Thoughts anyone?

DFrost

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DFrost

Any behavior that is reinforced is more likely to occur again.