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of olfactory training. This protocols which were different as
integration of traditional compared to foreign breeds. This
experience with scientific approach has led to a deeper
innovation has resulted in understanding and appreciation
faster learning, improved of native breeds among the
scent discrimination, and trainers.
stronger handler–dog ‘RIYA’ – The Pride of Bsf
coordination. During All India Police Duty
3. The innovation in basic Meet 2024 held at Lucknow,
equipment like light weight Riya created history by winning
leash and neck-collars, both the ‘Best in Tracker Trade’
redesigned harness, deeper and ‘Best Dog of the Meet’
feeding plates, softer titles — outperforming more
grooming brushes etc, also than a hundred foreign breed
contributed the better care competitors and becoming
of these dogs. NATIONAL CHAMPION. Her
New Training Philosophy exceptional scent work, agility,
The training curriculum and discipline earned her
was revised and restructured nationwide recognition and
to incorporate breed-specific proved the worthiness of Indian
modules for Indian dogs. breeds.
These manuals emphasise The Hon’ble Prime Minister,
dynamicity, flexi-routines, in his ‘Mann ki Baat’ address on
positive reinforcement and October 26, 2025, made special
progressive socialisation. It is mention of Riya’s achievement,
ensured that the training aligns commending the BSF for training
with the dog’s natural instincts. and deploying indigenous
Trainers were encouraged to de- breeds. He lauded this as a
learn and re-learn the training shining example of India’s self-
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