title: Starting a canine program.
abstract: If it is done properly, a program of canine patrols in a healthcare setting can produce a number of benefits, not the least of which is a decline in criminal activity. In this article, the author shares his experiences in developing and implementing a successful program.
authors.affiliation: Security Department, Spectrum Health's Butterworth Campus, Grand Rapids, MI, USA.
authors.forename: Kevin
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Judd
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004285:Dogs; D006786:Hospitals, Urban / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D008824:Michigan; D010560:Personnel Selection / Q000592:standards; D010934:Planning Techniques; D016730:Program Development; D011641:Public Relations; D012637:Security Measures / Q000458:organization & administration*