TY - JOUR AB - In the target article titled "Behavioral and cognitive factors that affect the success of scent detection dogs" Troisi and colleagues highlight several challenges associated with scent detection dog preparation and deployment. Traditionally, scent detection dogs have been bred, raised, and trained at designated training facilities. More recently, several organizations, primarily in the conservation detection industry, have employed non-conventional models of scent detection dog selection and preparation. In this commentary, we highlight three of these non-conventional models: the Community-Based model, where community members and their privately-owned dogs are trained for deployment; the Community-Fostered model, where puppies live with foster families during training; and the Shelter-Based model, where dogs are sourced from shelters and rescues. We generally discuss these approaches and emphasize various benefits for both the dogs and the organizations. Finally, we explore the possibility that different models of scent detection selection, preparation, and deployment may support scientific opportunities for better understanding the ideal qualities of a detection dog-handler team. AU - Byosiere, S. E. AU - Feng, L. C. AU - Rutter, N. J. DO - 10.3819/ccbr.2019.140009 KW - scent detection dogs, preparation, deployment, non-conventional approach, human-dog interactions PY - 2019 SN - 1911-4745 SP - 81-86 ST - Factors that may affect the success of scent detection dogs: Exploring non-conventional models of preparation and deployment T2 - Comparative Cognition & Behavior Reviews TI - Factors that may affect the success of scent detection dogs: Exploring non-conventional models of preparation and deployment VL - 14 ID - 19 ER -