April 29, 2011

Do you think it is possible to train my Schnauzer to be a drug dog?

Full Question:
My name is Brian and I am a Deputy at a Sherrif's office in Texas. I am currently assigned to the jail division, but hope to train my schnauzer to be a narcotics dog. I have yet to use the scents but have trained him to look for his toy and wait for me to throw it patiently.

I am thinking about purchasing some pseudo-scents of course as I don't know how my department feels about this yet. A lot of people look at me like I'm crazy for working with my Schnauzer. Please write me back and tell me if you think a Miniature Schnauzer would be a good drug dog or if I should go with another breed.

Thanks,
Brian
Ed
Ed Ed's Answer:
Any dog can be trained if they have good nerves and extreme prey drive.

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