Last Friday, June 20, we held in Barakaldo the official launch event for Hilotz, the first real-scent aid specifically designed for the detection of cadavers in the early stages of decomposition (less than 24 hours). Hilotz was developed by Auziker, a company specialized in the development of training tools for detection dogs, in collaboration with the Basque Institute of Legal Medicine and canine units from various state bodies. The event brought together professionals from rescue dog units, law enforcement agencies, and the scientific community.

During the event, the technical and scientific journey that led to the creation of this unique product was presented. It is the result of interdisciplinary collaboration between experts in chemistry, forensic medicine, and operational canine units.

A round table was also held with representatives from various law enforcement bodies, who shared valuable experiences from their daily operations and offered key insights to contextualize the development and use of Hilotz in real-life scenarios. Notable professionals in the field participated, including:

• Josu, operational head of the Ertzaintza canine unit
• Sergio, officer in the canine unit of the Foral Police of Navarre
• Iván, trainer specialized in the search for living people, cadavers, and human remains with the Mossos d’Esquadra
• Susana, president of the Spanish School of Rescue and Detection with Dogs
• Daniel, representative of Scan K-9
• Francisco Salvador, chief inspector of the Spanish National Police

Afterward, a live demonstration took place, where the effectiveness of the Hilotz sample in action was showcased. The main participants were the dog-handler teams composed of:

• Sam, dog of the Ertzaintza canine unit
• Oslo, dog of the Foral Police of Navarre
• Hook, dog of the Mossos d’Esquadra

More than 70 people attended the event, both in person and online, reflecting the growing interest in innovative solutions in the field of canine detection. From Auziker, we would like to express our most sincere gratitude to everyone who joined us on such a special day.

If you couldn’t attend, the full video of the event is now available on our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3GGdrWKQtw&t=6s

And this is only the beginning. At Auziker, we continue working to provide products with high scientific and operational value that drive progress in canine detection across multiple fields.

Thank you for being part of this beginning!