Innovative method for detecting drugs in containers: Horst-Dieter Träger brings a breath of fresh air to customs work

Horst-Dieter Träger, a retired, experienced dog handler from customs in Bremerhaven and K9 ambassador, has made a name for himself as an innovative problem solver. With his combination of expertise in the field of detection dogs and his passion for technical innovations, he has developed a new method for drug detection. This method makes it possible to detect drugs in shipping containers more efficiently and quickly. We took this as an opportunity and conducted a two-part interview with him. In the first part you will find out more about the search method he developed.

Hubert Aiwanger praises the young talent at the SV youth and junior championship in Dingolfing

The SV youth and junior championship took place in Dingolfing at the weekend, where young participants showed their skills in dealing with German Shepherd dogs. Hubert Aiwanger, who attended the event, emphasized the importance of offspring and practical animal protection in his speech. He criticized the animal welfare regulations that were often issued by people with little experience and argued that politicians and theorists should not interfere in the breeding goals. The event not only offered exciting competitions, but also an opportunity to celebrate the next generation of German Shepherd handlers.

No alternative to a detection dog!

Horst-Dieter Träger ist Botschafter für „K9andSports“ und war vor seiner Pensionierung Zollhundeführer und -trainer. Er spricht über seinen Dienst mit dem Hund und die Anforderungen an den Vierbeiner.

Heat stroke in dogs: risk factors, symptoms and first aid measures

Summer is just around the corner and by now everyone has probably realized that overheating is a major danger for dogs. But what about the differences between dog breeds? What to do if a dog overheats? And what factors increase the risk of overheating? You can find out all this and more in our article.

Insight into Dog Breeding: Health, Temperament, and Selection - An Interview with Astrid Hübner (Part 1)

Im Interview mit K9andSports teilt Astrid Hübner, Gründerin des Projekts „Malinois Diversity“, ihre Erfahrungen und Einsichten in die Hundezucht. Sie beschreibt ihren Werdegang und beleuchtet die Bedeutung von Gesundheitstests für Zuchthunde. Darüber hinaus diskutiert sie verschiedene Aspekte der Zuchtauswahl, einschließlich Wesensmerkmalen und Umweltverhalten, sowie die Herausforderungen bei der Selektion für verschiedene Hundesportarten.

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