Dog search – a specialized tool in the forest

Using search dogs in forestry is an effective alternative and complement to other methods, especially for locating spruces recently attacked by spruce bark beetles. With their sensitive sense of smell, dogs can detect infestations early, making them a useful tool to prevent spread. 

At Elmia Wood you can see how dog searching works in practice. Two experienced actors - Snifferdogs and BOSH, the industry organization for search dogs - show how they work with specially trained dogs in the field and tell you more about the method, the dogs' training and uses.

Welcome to experience dog searching up close - a fascinating encounter between man, dog and forest.