Cadaver Dogs: Fact, Fiction, and Forensics

Presented by: Cat Warren

Cat Warren offers a fascinating look into the science behind cadaver dogs and the vital role they play in law enforcement investigations. She explains how these dogs are trained, what they can and cannot detect, and when their use makes sense in a crime story. Writers will gain practical insight into deciding whether a cadaver dog strengthens a plot or risks stretching believability.

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