How do IGL canines indicate the presence of ignitable liquids?

IGL (Intelligent K9 Solutions) canines are specially trained to detect the presence of ignitable liquids through distinctive trained responses. These responses are often specific behaviors or actions that the dogs exhibit when they encounter a substance that has been associated with ignitable liquids during their training.

Typically, when a canine detects the target substance, it may sit, stay, or indicate the area with a certain behavior, making this method an effective means of locating ignitable liquids during fire investigations. The canine's response is based not only on scent detection but also on the handler’s cues and the training the dog has undergone to recognize the specific odors related to ignitable liquids.

Barking, following commands, or performing tricks do not indicate the presence of ignitable liquids in this context. While a dog may bark or respond to commands, these actions are not indicative of a trained response to ignitable liquids. Only the specific behaviors learned through training convey the presence of these substances effectively.