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Most people know dogs can detect drugs, explosives, or human remains. But did you know some dogs are trained to find electronic devices?

In this episode of Last Scent, we explore the world of electronic detection dogs and how they're trained to locate hidden devices such as cell phones, USB drives, and memory cards.

We'll look at the science behind their remarkable ability, how these dogs assist investigators in finding digital evidence, and why something as small as a memory card can make a difference in an investigation.

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https://www.secretservice.gov/newsroom/behind-the-shades/2025/06/electronic-detection-dogs-equip-agencies-high-tech-tracking

James, J. E. (2023). Electronic detection K9s: The newest weapon in the fight against child sex crimes. Issues in Information Systems, 24(4), 40–50.

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. (n.d.). CyberTipline data. https://www.missingkids.org/cybertiplinedata

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