Sigma Pseudo Corpse Scents allow the handler to teach scent recognition quickly. Scent training should be conducted in progressive steps. I and II should be used for cadaver search training. Once the desired 'alert' has been obtained, then the handler can proceed to step six. The principles involved in training for cadaver search are identical to those used for other tasks.
Emphasis is placed on the handler's timing of reinforcement.
When the dog acknowledges that it has detected an odor, secandary reinforcement should be immediate. The reinforcement can be verbal or a sound cue for the dog. When the dog gets to the source, reward - must be immediate and given at the source. He must recognize the indication that the dog has initially encountered the desired scent, and be able to interpret its actions as it works into the source. The initial stage involves teaching the dog scent recognition.