Bed bug detection dogs go through similar training to those used by airport security and police to sniff out drugs, money and explosives - the difference is, they are trained to smell pests.
Sniffer dogs are being used in hotels and homes to detect bed bugs. Among their number are two spaniels called Rosie and Daisy, who have been trained to sniff out bed bugs from just a small sample of air from an affected room. Dogs like them are up to four times better at detecting early bed bug infestations compared to humans doing the same job, according to pest control company Rentokil. Pest control companies have reported being 'inundated' with calls about bed bugs.
When there is a severe bed bug infestation, humans are able to smell their musty odour. But at lower concentrations, dogs are much better at sniffing them out. They can do this in two main ways. The first is taking the dog to the site of the possible infestation, where they will sniff around mattresses and furniture for any hiding bugs. The second involves taking an air sample from a room using a backpack vacuum, without fully opening the door or entering the room.
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