Death, Decomposition And Detector Dogs: From Science To Scene (PDF)

By: Susan M. Stejskal

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Synopsis: Death, Decomposition, and Detector Dogs: From Science to Scene is designed to help police investigators and Human Remains Detection K9 handlers understand the basics of forensic taphonomy (decomposition) and how to most effectively use a human remains detection (HRD) K9 as a locating tool. The book covers basic anatomy and the physiology of canine olfaction along with some of the unique characteristics that allow a dog to work. Using concise and understandable explanations along with numerous photographs, the book covers the stages of decomposition and how they are affected by the environment; what is currently understood about the chemical profile of odor from human remains; how weather, topography, ground cover and terrain can affect odor dispersion; and different types of mapping and weather data that can be used before and during deployment of the HRD K9. The final chapter ties it all together by providing case reports about decedents who have been found in different locations in a variety of environmental conditions. By learning how these variables can affect how and what is found, handlers and investigators will be better prepared to meet the challenges of their jobs.

Book Quality:: Excellent
ISBN-13:: 9781439878378
Publisher:: CRC Press LLC
Date of Addition:: 06/08/17
Copyrighted By:: Susan M. Stejskal
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Law, Legal Issues and Ethics, Medicine
Submitted By:: Taylor and Francis VIP Team
Proofread By:: Taylor and Francis VIP Team
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.