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Enhance your K9’s detection capabilities and unlock the power of its nose with scent and odour line-up training.The use of detector dogs to find or identify scents or odours has a long history, and has risen dramatically in recent decades in all different areas of detection, including drugs, explosives, missing persons, and more. But even with this increase, there remains a lack of information about the different ways to train dogs in scent identification and detection, and even less about the many ways that training can go wrong. K9 training experts Resi Gerritsen, Ruud Haak, and Simon Prins wrote this book so all trainers have access to the knowledge they need to train capable detector dogs.This book introduces both professional and amateur dog handlers to the basics of scent and odour line-up training and their applications in K9 scent identification and detection work. From training schedules to the fascinating history of nose work in policing, this book is designed to be a practical, accessible, and informative resource for K9 officers, professional or volunteer search-and-rescue workers, competitive dog trainers, and enthusiastic hobbyists alike.

A well-trained tracking dog can be the deciding factor that determines success in both criminal investigations and search-and-rescue operations. When the stakes are high, demanding the highest level of performance from your K9, you need training methods relied upon by police forces and SAR teams around the world.Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak show you how to train your dog in clean-scent tracking, a proven method that trains dogs to follow a particular scent on a track, while ignoring cross-tracks and other odors.In K9 Professional Tracking, you’ll learn how to train a clean-scent tracking dog you can count on. You’ll also learn to fully understand what your K9 is and is not capable of in the field. With the right knowledge and techniques, you’ll be able to train tracking dogs to the highest professional standards.

Training that works by harnessing your dog s instincts. Learn how to: Stimulate your dog s natural hunting drive for effective SAR training. Start your dog s training program with an easy, three-step process. Develop skills in a variety of search operations, including wilderness, avalanche and disaster scenarios. Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak have trained search and rescue dogs for more than 30 years and have taken part in rescue operations around the world. They serve as training directors and international judges for the International Red Cross Federation, the United Nations, the International Rescue Dog Organization and the F?d?ration Cynologique Internationale (FCI). Based on their decades of study and experience, their innovative SAR training method is rooted in a firm, scientific understanding of K9 instincts. Step-by-step instructions, dozens of illustrations and photographs from the field establish a professional K9 SAR program to benefit both beginners and experts. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

You don't need a tweed jacket to be a researcher--in thousands of schools across North America, practising teachers conduct studies on best practices, alternative approaches, and effective learning strategies. Classroom teachers have experiences and opportunities unavailable to researchers in a university setting, and action research--site-based, teacher-conducted research--can have a valuable impact on the educational community. Yet many teachers don't see their work as real research, and many other teachers have great ideas for research projects but don't know where to begin. For these teachers, Engaging in Action Research demystifies the world of educational research and provides support, guidance, and encouragement. From creating a research plan to reporting findings, this book provides step-by-step instructions to help teachers conduct research projects in the classroom, using strategies that work. Get ready to investigate, analyze, and share!

Understand dog behavior to work with, not against, your K9 s instincts. Learn how to: Recognize and interpret your K9 s expressions, gestures and signals. Use operant conditioning to efficiently and humanely train K9s. Plan and execute effective K9 training programs for search and detection, patrol, remote guided camera, attack, and more. The art and science of training police, military and other service dogs continue to evolve as we learn more about dog behavior. In this revised edition of "K9 Behavior Basics," expert dog trainers Dr. Resi Gerritsen, Ruud Haak and Simon Prins share the essentials every trainer needs to know about these advances in K9 training. You ll learn how to successfully implement or improve your dogs training programs using operant conditioning. The authors outline key concepts in dog behavior and communication and provide practical approaches to operant conditioning. They share proven techniques and solid advice from their more than thirty years of specialized K9 experience. Whether you re just starting out or are a seasoned pro staying up-to-date, "K9 Behavior Basics" has something for you.Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

Whether you re searching for drugs or a missing person, "K9 Scent Training" will improve your K9 team s capabilities in the field. Use proven techniques to train your dog for: Scent identification line-ups to indicate a scent connection between crime-scene evidence and a suspect. Tracking along a wide variety of track types, including the cold track, the broken-off track and tracks that run over or under cross-tracks. Detection work for searches in buildings, vehicles, open terrain and more. In this must-have guide for SAR teams and police K9 trainers and handlers, Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak present everything you need to know to build or improve a scent training program. Scent training involves high-stakes work, and in the case of a search for a missing person, the right training for your K9 can mean the difference between life and death. Beginning with the science behind odors and how dogs perceive them, Resi and Ruud show you how to harness that knowledge to eliminate training problems and maximize your dog s potential. You ll learn how to start scent training for young dogs using simple exercises before building up to more complex training.Finally, using techniques they ve perfected over decades, Resi and Ruud share their specialized, step-by-step programs for advanced scent identification training and tracking. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

Create a safe, successful K9 training program that results in reliable protection dogs. Learn how to: Select the optimal breeds, temperament and physical and mental characteristics for protection work. Master the obedience-training techniques that form the foundation of protection training. Use the methods of the Dutch Police Dog (KNPV) program, which produces some of the finest police and protection dogs in the world. Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak, leading dog trainers from the Netherlands, share their proven, comprehensive program for training dogs for personal protection. Their cutting-edge techniques and work with the International Red Cross, the United Nations and the International Rescue Dog Organization (IRO) have placed them in world demand. In this fully revised and updated edition of K9 Personal Protection, Resi and Ruud start with the basics, including how to select the right dog for protection work, how to properly raise a protection dog from a puppy and how to correct a dog s bad behavior. Next, they cover fundamental obedience training for protection dogs, such as training for heelwork, the recall, the send away and more.Finally, they present a complete program for training reliable protection dogs, from basic exercises and decoy techniques to the exercises of the KNPV program. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

Learn how to: Master the basic skills and common procedures every decoy needs. Read dogs accurately through seven key factors. Stimulate and reward useful forms of K9 aggression. A good decoy is a K9 trainer s most valuable tool. A good decoy can make a poor dog better, a mediocre dog good, and a good dog excellent. A poor decoy, on the other hand, can havedevastating effects, ruining even a good dog. Stephen Mackenzie, professor of animal science and deputy sheriff with more than 30 years experience training and handling police dogs, shows you how to master the art of being a decoy in this revised and updated new edition. You ll learn how to communicate effectively with your canine partner and how to stimulate specific types of aggression in the dog in a safe, positive way. This guide is essential reading for all decoys, including both instructors and students. It will improve the effectiveness of all K9 personnel, handlers, and trainers. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

Make sure your K9 investigation work holds up in court. Based on Resi and Ruud s previous book, K9 Fraud, with updated content and a new chapter. Learn how to: Avoid the most common mistakes handlers make. Become a better trainer and handler with a scientific understanding of scent and tracking work. Train your dog for scent-identification lineups using the scientifically proven Dutch standard. Faulty K9 investigations often have serious consequences: the guilty might walk free, and the innocent might suffer. Internationally recognized dog handlers and trainers Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak use real-life case studies historical and recent to highlight K9 errors that can derail entire investigations. Each of these mistakes, such as influencing your dog s results or relying on contaminated scents, damages your reputation and the value of your work. But with the right knowledge and training protocols, you can minimize investigation errors. K9 errors have hampered investigations from the earliest uses of dogs for police work in Europe to twenty-first century cases such as the 2001 anthrax attacks in the United States. Don t let the same mistakes happen to you and your team.Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

Improve the performance of your K9 drug detection team with this practical guide by expert trainers Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak. Topics include selecting the right dog for drug detection work, training basics, K9 first aid, planning a search action, and identifying different categories of illegal drugs.

Enhance the operational capabilities of your K9 explosive detection teamLearn how to: Train your K9 to detect the six principal chemical categories of explosives.Choose the right search method for your operational requirements.Care for and administer first aid to your explosive detection K9.In the high stakes realm of explosive detection work, where even the smallest mistake can have fatal consequences, the margin of error is zero. When you and your K9 are in the field, only the highest level of training will get the job done. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak have worked with police departments around the world to help them improve their K9 explosive detection training programs, and in this book they share their expertise for handlers and trainers looking to enhance their own performance.They teach how to pick the right dog for explosive detection work and how to properly execute three types of searches in training exercises: controlled, blind and operational. They show you how to train K9s to detect the odors of the six principal chemical categories of explosives, and they go over the many factors to keep in mind that might influence a K9's work.Handlers also learn how to properly conduct search actions in the field as well as how to train K9s for the special tactics needed for mine detection work.

Today, most K9 trainers understand the advantages of non-compulsive training methods for teaching aggression control. When Stephen Mackenzie started his career training police service dogs, trainers relied on pain to teach dogs what was expected of them, and motivation was limited to their love of biting on one hand and their desire to avoid painful consequences on the other. The idea that aggressive dogs could learn in non-compulsive ways was slow to take root but is now widely accepted. In this completely revised and updated edition, Mackenzie describes several different approaches for training dogs in aggression control and teaching them to release the decoy without using compulsion. He explains in detail the use of the muzzle, the self out, and various toys and games, so trainers can use the techniques they prefer. Advice for decoys on controlling the dog's excitement level and the use of equipment to help the trainer are also included.

K9 Search and Rescue Troubleshooting provides solutions to the most common problems SAR dog handlers encounter when training their dogs. Susan Bulanda has helped handlers around the world improve the performance of their K9 SAR teams units, and in this book she shares practical tips and advice she's learned through decades of experience. With her background as an animal behaviour consultant, Susan examines the latest research about how dogs learn and shows you how to correct your dog’s behavior using positive training methods.

Want to improve your writing in 10 easy steps? You don't need to become a grammar expert to get a better grade on your next term paper or impress your boss or clients-this quick guide gives students and professionals maximum results with the least amount of pain. In Cut It Out, educator and writing coach Laura Swart will make you a better writer by teaching you how to write powerful, engaging sentences that get straight to the point.You'll learn how to avoid the 10 most common writing errors, trim the fat from your sentences, and eliminate tell-tale signs of weak writing.

K9 Teams is for all levels of K9 detection handlers and anyone who works with K9 search and rescue and recovery teams. If you’re looking to maximize the operational performance of your SAR/R team, this book is for you. This unique handbook compiles the latest research findings, personal accounts from seasoned SAR/R professionals, and best practices for the management of effective K9 teams from the United States and around the world. Vi Hummel Shaffer, a K9 handler with more than 25 years’ experience, offers a comprehensive look into K9 search and rescue and recovery team standards, certification and training for both civilian and law enforcement teams.

Your best tool to optimize patient care by minimizing restraint useFrontline nurses face fraught decisions every day about whether and how to use restraints in dementia care. They need to consider many complicated issues: legislation governing the use of restraints, the policies of health-care facilities, the expectations of families, and--most importantly--the well-being, dignity, and safety of patients and care providers.Frontline nurses need the right support to navigate decisions about restraint use.Dr. Atul Sunny Luthra and his colleagues have developed an algorithm to provide that support. Their work comes from focus-group consultations with frontline staff, a review of current literature on restraint use, and a clear summary of key legislation. The algorithm's systematic approach ensures restraints are a last-resort measure, and puts the right steps in place when restraints are necessary.This short guide includes: A review of nurses' perspectives on restraint use.Alternatives to restraints in patient management and assessment of clinical indicators for restraint use.Procedures to ensure informed consent when restraints are necessary.A reference on appropriate and inappropriate restraint use in everyday clinical situations.

Everything you need to know about one of the world’s most versatile working dogsAnyone who owns or works with Labrador Retrievers knows they are a special breed. Originally bred as a hunting dog in the nineteenth century, the Labrador Retriever is renowned for its intelligence, gentle ways, and adaptability. The same traits that allow the Labrador Retriever to excel as a hunting dog make it a versatile working dog. Its friendly disposition makes it one of the most popular family pets as well.Expert trainers Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak take you on a deep dive into the origins and history of the breed before exploring the traits and characteristics that distinguish it. Then, they provide training basics for the Labrador Retriever to get you started, and they examine the wide range of service and detection tasks the dog is ideally suited for. If you work with a Labrador Retriever or want to start working with one, this book offers a valuable guide to the many possibilities this breed offers.

As the world undergoes massive changes, education systems face the challenge of educating students to thrive in a future of which we are only just starting to see the outlines. This book is designed to speak to educators, administrators, educational designers, government officials and parents about a new way of being in the educational world, one that embeds collaborative creativity and creative development at its core. This volume provides a view of what an educational culture of collaborative creativity could look like through a journey that goes from theory to practice. Between chapters, the text is supplemented with conversations with experts from a variety of international and cultural educational contexts.

Unlock the Power of Police Service Dogs in Law EnforcementModern police officers have an array of tools at their disposal, but few are as effective—or as misunderstood—as the police service dog. Whether tracking a fleeing suspect, locating hidden evidence, or detecting narcotics and explosives, these highly trained K9s are invaluable assets in the field. Yet many officers, both new and experienced, lack a clear understanding of how to work alongside them.This essential guide bridges that gap, providing officers with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about K9 deployments. From understanding the capabilities of police service dogs to ensuring proper backup and scene containment, this book serves as an indispensable resource for any law enforcement professional.Inside, you’ll discover:How police service dogs work – Their training, capabilities, and role in modern policing.When and why to call for a K9 unit – The key scenarios where a dog’s unique skills can assist in investigations.How to support a K9 team – Best practices for containment, safety, and increasing the effectiveness of K9 deployments.Whether you're a recruit in the academy, an experienced officer, or an instructor, this book will enhance your ability to integrate police service dogs into your work—maximizing safety, efficiency, and success in the field.

Build equitable early learning environments where every child belongsGrounded in research and shaped by lived experience, this practical guide equips educators and leaders with the tools to create inclusive, high-quality early learning experiences for everyone. RISE and SHINE for Equity in Early Learning offers clear strategies to support equity-deserving children and families—including newcomers, racialized groups, LGBTQ2S+ communities, low-income families, and children with disabilities—in ways that benefit the whole early learning community.Designed for early childhood educators, program leaders, curriculum developers, and policymakers, this resource helps turn equity principles into sustainable, real-world practices.Discover how to:Understand and apply equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) in early learningCreate responsive, inclusive classroom environmentsSupport and collaborate with families and communitiesEmbed equity into your everyday practice using the RISE professional learning modulesLead meaningful organizational change through the SHINE frameworkReflect and practice with real-world examples, tools, and promptsWhether you’re working in a classroom or leading system-wide change, RISE and SHINE for Equity in Early Learning equips you to break down systemic barriers and ensure every child can thrive.

Thegroundbreaking Indigenous style guide every writer needs. The firstpublished guide to common questions and issues of Indigenous style and processfor those who work in words and other media is back in an updated new edition.This trusted resource offers crucial guidance to anyone who works in words orother media on how to work accurately, collaboratively, and ethically onprojects involving Indigenous Peoples. Editor WarrenCariou (Métis) and contributing editors Jordan Abel (Nisga'a), Lorena Fontaine(Cree-Anishinaabe), and Deanna Reder (Cree-Métis) continue the conversationstarted by the late Gregory Younging in his foundational first edition. Thissecond conversation reflects changes in the publishing industry, Indigenous-ledbest practices, and society at large, including new chapters on author-editorrelationships, identity and community affiliation, Two-Spirit and Indigiqueeridentities, sensitivity reading, emerging issues in the digital world, andmore.

A point-of-care guide for internal medicine trainees.When students and residents begin a new rotation in internal medicine, they often start from scratch, relying on their own research to prepare for consultations. What questions are crucial during history taking? What should the physical examination and investigations focus on? What should the consultation write-up include? Now, physician learners can turn to Vancouver Notes for Internal Medicine for guidance on conducting consultations in each of the core internal medicine subspecialties.Vancouver Notes provides learners with an organized approach to common presentations in internal medicine. For each subspecialty, it lays out the process for identifying key information and communicating findings and management recommendations to a patient’s health-care team. Developed through the efforts of more than 90 resident physicians and faculty members at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver Notes combines valuable clinical pearls in a single, accessible resource to give students and residents the tools they need to succeed from day one.

Ace your board exams with almost 4000 practice questions and enhance your pathology practice with competency-based training tools.Prepare for licensing exams offered by the American Board of Pathology and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with the most comprehensive review guide on the market. And with protocols from the College of American Pathologists for examining and reporting tumors, and “competency by design” principles from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, this guide is also a powerful tool for improving your practice as a pathologist. Pathology Review and Practice Guide is an essential resource both before and after your exam.Here’s what you’ll find in the new and revised third edition of this bestselling guide: • 3900 multiple choice and short answer questions—almost 800 new questions for the third edition• 1900 color images • 10 new sets of mock exam questions available online for self-evaluation• 10 specimen grossing videos available online that support the book’s content• A comprehensive image index • Question formats that present case scenarios, differential diagnoses, diagnostic procedures, classification of tumors, hallmark features of pathological entities, and pathogenesis• Tumor staging information from the 8th edition of the American Joint Committee on Cancer staging manual• Comprehensive answers that build your knowledge while you study• Tips for maximizing your success, both on the exam and in your practice• New “must know, must see, must do” sections that incorporate Canadian Royal College’s “competency by design” principles into each chapter