Urban Noise and Leak Investigations: Where K9 Water Leak Detection Fits
Heavy traffic, construction, and urban noise can make water leak detection more challenging. Learn how K9 Water Leak Detection complements traditional leak detection methods to help water utilities reduce non-revenue water (NRW), narrow the search area, and make more informed decisions before excavation.
A Leak Isn't Always Where the Water Is
Water doesn't always surface where a leak begins. Learn why underground leaks can be difficult to pinpoint and why effective leak detection focuses on finding the source, not just the visible water.
Building Value for Odor: Part 1 — Why Doesn’t My Dog Care About Odor?
Why doesn't your dog seem interested in odor? It isn't because they can't smell it. In Part 1 of the Building Value for Odor series, learn why odor has no inherent value to dogs and why creating motivation begins long before advanced training.
Why I Use Getxent Tubes in K9 Water Leak Detection Training
Actual chlorinated water and Getxent tubes each create different training opportunities. Learn why I use both to build Kieran's understanding of target odor and create training problems across a wide variety of environments and conditions.
What Is a Water Leak Detection Dog Actually Detecting?
Is a K9 Water Leak Detection dog simply finding water? A search in a completely saturated yard offered the perfect opportunity to demonstrate what Kieran is actually trained to detect.
Meet Kieran: Georgia's First Certified K9 Water Leak Detection Dog
Meet Kieran, a certified K9 Water Leak Detection dog whose confidence, enthusiasm, and problem-solving abilities help support water conservation efforts. Learn more about the dog behind Georgia's first certified K9 Water Leak Detection Team and the work he does both on and off the job.