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29. Sniffing

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29. Sniffing

Definition Absent Very Mild Mild Moderate Severe
Distracted by olfactory stimuli
    Largely ignores olfactory stimuli or exhibits brief sniffing when not under command
    Remains focused on work. Does not exhibit persistent interest.
 Briefly distracted by olfactory stimuli and exhibits very mild sniffing but quickly refocuses on work with encouragement.

    Able to refocus on work with very mild handler intervention.
    Does not exhibit persistent interest.
 Mildly distracted by olfactory stimuli and exhibits mild sniffing but remains responsive to handler.

    Able to refocus on work with mild handler intervention.
    Does not exhibit persistent interest.
 Moderately distracted by olfactory stimuli and exhibits moderate sniffing

    Becomes less responsive to handler for brief periods of 10 seconds or less and requires moderate handler intervention.
    Exhibits moderately persistent interest.
 Highly distracted by olfactory stimuli and exhibits excessive sniffing

    Becomes less responsive to handler for periods greater than 10 seconds requiring significant handler intervention.
    Difficult to regain focus on work and quickly returns attention to sniffing.
    Exhibits very strong persistent interest.

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