Blind and Double Blind Tests

Test 1:

• one container contains odor
• all equipment handled and placed by Trainer 1

Test 2:

• all containers hold a shaker
• one shaker holds the target odor
• remaining shakers empty
• all equipment handled by Trainer 1 

Test 3:

• one shaker contains odor
• remaining containers contain neutral variables; same material as target odor
• all equipment handled and placed by Trainer 1
• Trainer 1 alone knows
• the test
• where the target odor is located
• Trainer 2
• brings dog into testing area
• delivers the search cue
• calls the indication

Test 4:

• same set up as Test 3 EXCEPT
• original target shaker lid has been switched
• Trainer 1 alone knows......same as Test

Test 5:

• one shaker contains odor
• remaining containers contain a variety of variables
• all equipment handled and placed by Trainer 1
• Trainer 1 alone knows
• the test
• where the target odor is located
• Trainer 2
• brings dog into testing area
• delivers the search cue
• calls the indication