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"Focused Scenting" is a method of disaster search canine training developed by FEMA Instructor, Mentor, Evaluator, and Canine Search Specialist Elizabeth Kreitler and FEMA Canine Search Specialist Konnie Hein. Kreitler and Hein's method is based on the detection training methods of nationally known detection canine trainer Randy Hare of Alpha K9. The fundamentals of this method are centered on positive reinforcement (using "the game," interactive tugging at point of source, as motivation and reward) through which the detection canine learns to distrust its eyes and ears and focus solely on scent. No corrections are used in this method and the canine is allowed to teach himself what actions bring reward. Canines exposed to this method become obedient to the source of the target odor (in this case live human scent) while ignoring distractions and incidental movements of the handler. Focused, energetic, single-minded, and enthusiastic are all trademark characteristics of canines taught using this method. These are essential attributes of a reliable disaster search canine.