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October 6, 2026

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FEATURE: The Future of Scent Detection

AI, electronic noses, and robotics are changing the future of scent detection.

From hazardous environments to canine performance, new technology is expanding what detection can do.

But in complex, real-world scent work, working dogs continue to set a remarkably high bar.

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SPOTLIGHT: K9 of the Year Award

Honoring Service, Sacrifice, and Legacy

Recognition is one thing. Preserving the full record of a K9 career is another.

The K9 of the Year Award honors Police, Federal, and Military K9s whose service made a lasting impact, while documenting the training, partnership, responsibility, courage, and trust behind that work. It gives those careers a place in the public record, where their contributions can remain visible long after service ends.

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COMMUNITY:

Working Dog of the Month Contest

This month’s Working Dog of the Month Contest is open.

Every entry is added to our Facebook album and includes a one-year digital subscription. One monthly winner earns a newsletter feature. One quarterly winner earns a full-page print spotlight. Is your dog next?

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K9 Tips on Tuesdays: Autumn Dangers

Fall brings cooler air, more time outside, and a fresh set of hazards for anyone who works, trains, hikes, or spends time outdoors with a dog.

Mushrooms, acorns, leaf piles, and antifreeze all deserve a closer look. Some risks are obvious. Others are easy to miss until they become a problem.

Knowing what to watch for, what to avoid, and when to act can keep a good fall day from ending at the emergency clinic.

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