Scent Detection Dog demonstration

Join Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels (SSSR) and Cairngorm Conservation Dogs (CCD) for a demonstration of scent detection work in action! SSRS and CCD have been working in Aberdeen this year to confirm where, if any, grey squirrels remain in the city. Two highly trained scent detection dogs, Sika and Tarka, and their handler, Libby, have been systematically surveying the city’s green spaces, sniffing for signs that a grey squirrel has recently been in the area. The dogs have been trained to detect grey squirrel hair and droppings, and give Libby a signal if they pick up the scent. Come and see how the dogs cover an area, and what their signals look like. The SSRS team will also be there to answer any questions you might have about red squirrel conservation in the North East. This event is free but please book a ticket as spaces are limited. Meet at Hazelhead Park, the small car park near the walled garden (OS grid reference: NJ 88860 05401, What3Words: varieties.baking.cabin. Note that the map pointer generated by Eventbrite may not be accurate; please follow the link to Google maps or use the What3Words or OS grid reference for an accurate meeting location). This event is open to everyone but please don’t bring your own dog! Booking essential. To find out more, and for any booking queries, please contact [email protected]. Bookable face-to-face events may be subject to change at short notice, which will be communicated to attendees via email by the organiser. Please check your email in advance of attending events. Note that booking generally ends two hours prior to the event start time. If you wish to book to attend after registration has ended, and there are places still available, please contact the organiser direct using the details above. Image: SSRS Dog Detection Team © Libby Welbourn To find out how we may use your data, please read our Privacy Notice