Decontamination of Glo Germ from Military Working Dog Fur
Abstract
Current guidance relating to the decontamination of radiological or particulate contamination on military working dogs (MWDs) is vague and derived from human decontamination protocols. Animal-specific decontamination guidance and training for Service Members is directed toward individual MWD handlers and veterinary personnel and is best suited to limited decontamination in an ideal environment. Furthermore, this guidance has never been vetted in an operational environment. The current study will begin to address the behavior of radiological threats and proper decontamination methods and solutions based on excised canine skin. German shepherd dog, Belgian malinois, and Labrador retriever canine cadaver skins (Canis familiar is) contaminated with Glo Germ powder (Glo Germ Company; Moab, UT) were decontaminated using a microfiber towel, a water rinse, or techniques involving shampoos. Overall, the treatments involving a shampoo removed the most Glo Germ from all breed substrates evaluated.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 02, 2024
- Accession Number
- AD1227332
Entities
People
- Ann M. Kulisiewicz
- Shawn M. Stevenson