Integrating UV powders and lights into your detection training introduces a powerful layer of precision and control. These tools offer deep insights into odor hygiene, target accuracy, and distraction management, helping you train more efficiently and effectively. At ACT!, we’re passionate about pushing boundaries in detection dog training. That’s why we developed a new method that lets you work truly double-blind, even when training solo. Science tells us that dogs don’t just respond to odor, they read the environment, your posture, and your confidence. If they enter a search area and detect no helper scent or sense hesitation, their motivation can drop. They may simply conclude: “There’s nothing here.” That’s the exact challenge we’ve tackled. With our latest technique, you can:

Here’s how it works:

When your dog indicates odor, whether through a Change of Behavior (COB) or a TFR, use the UV light to scan the spot:

It’s fast. It’s science-based. And it gives you immediate, objective confirmation, no helper needed.

• Confirm odor placement without bias

• Detect invisible cross-contamination

• Separate distractions from true targets

• Evaluate your own odor hygiene and handling skills

• Fine-tune precision in setups and search areas

Order your UV Confirmation Set today, watch our explainer video on YouTube, or contact us directly, we’re here to support your training journey. Want to dive deeper into the science behind this method? Visit our blog and explore how UV technology can transform your approach.