Research into Covid-19 detector dogs begins

Studies have previously shown dogs can detect particular odours – known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

Sniffer dogs could be used to detect people who have coronavirus (Adam Davy/PA)

Dogs could be used in the fight against Covid-19 – by being trained to sniff out infected people.

Researchers in Australia have begun the training of 14 dogs in a feasibility study and the animals could become part of the screening process for incoming visitors if successful.