Sniffer Dogs: How Dogs (and their noses) Save the World

Reviewed by: Patricia Temple - Long Island Community Library, Long Island, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 11, 2014

Review

The power of a dog's sense of smell is celebrated here in all its glory. From the familiar bloodhounds and bomb sniffing dogs to the less well known medical alert service or biodetection dogs the common thread is the trainer's dedication and the dogs unfailing willingness to work. Early chapters explain the science behind a dog's keen sense of smell and some history of peoples reliance on working dogs. Later chapters focus on individual human/canine teams to illustrate the varied and heroic ways these dogs improve our health, safety and peace of mind. The book is chock full of information that is well written and organized including many engaging, poignant photographs. This inspiring book leaves readers with the sense that a dog's sniffing ability is a powerful tool that can be used in countless ways, some yet to be discovered.

Overall Book Score: excellent