Minnesota’s First Mold Detection Dog
At Clarity Mold Dogs, we're rooted in care, trust, and practical expertise. As a Minnesota mold detection company, we specialize in non-invasive home mold inspections using Loki, Minnesota's first professionally trained mold detection dog. Our goal is to help homeowners, renters, businesses, and mold inspection professionals identify hidden mold quickly and accurately—bringing clarity without unnecessary disruption.
Loki was professionally scent-imprinted and continues to be trained by world-renowned scent detection expert Bill Whitstine, a pioneer in the field of detection dogs and a dual-badged firefighter and police officer. Through ongoing recertification and daily training, Loki's remarkable nose stays at peak performance, helping locate hidden mold that may otherwise go undetected.
But this work is personal for us.
Clarity Mold Dogs was founded by a family who has experienced the challenges of mold exposure firsthand. Our own health journey—including the effects of mold on our children—left us searching for answers, questioning our environment, and looking for practical solutions we could trust.
That experience shaped everything we do.
We know how overwhelming it can feel when you suspect hidden mold in your home. That's why we approach every home mold inspection with compassion, transparency, and respect. We take the time to listen, answer your questions, and provide information that helps you make confident decisions about your home and your family's health.
Our mold detection services also complement the work of mold inspection professionals and mold remediation professionals by helping pinpoint areas where hidden mold may be present. This can make the inspection process more efficient and help focus remediation efforts where they are needed most.
We believe your concerns deserve to be heard. We believe peace of mind shouldn't come at the expense of unnecessary stress or invasive testing. Whether you're investigating unexplained health symptoms, water damage, or indoor air quality concerns, our certified mold detection dog provides a practical, non-invasive way to identify areas that may require further evaluation.
At the end of the day, this is about people helping people—finding answers, restoring confidence in your home, and moving forward with clarity.
About Clarity Canine Inspections
Services
We’re based in Minnesota and regularly travel throughout Iowa, Wisconsin, and South Dakota. Our primary service area is within a 400-mile radius of our office, but we’re always open to traveling farther when needed.
If you need our help, we’ll do our very best to find a way to get to you!
Residential Inspections
If something feels off in your home, you’re probably not imagining it. Loki helps pinpoint hidden mold at the source—quickly and non-invasively—saving you time, guesswork, and unnecessary remediation costs. It’s clarity for your home, without tearing it apart.
Commercial Inspections
Healthy spaces matter—especially where people work, gather, and spend their days. Our commercial inspections help ensure your environment is free of hidden mold, supporting both employee well-being and business continuity. Because a clear workspace should go beyond what meets the eye.
Real Estate Inspections
Whether you’re building, buying, or preparing to sell, unseen issues can change everything. Walking a mold detection dog through a property offers an added layer of confidence—often identifying what traditional inspections can miss. It’s peace of mind before you sign on the dotted line.
Why Choose A Mold Detection Dog?
There are many reasons families choose a mold dog to help determine whether mold is present—and where it may be hiding—in their home:
Unbiased results
Our fee is not tied to finding mold, so you can trust that Loki’s alerts are honest and objective. We find the mold so that you can remediate.Cost-effective
Mold dogs provide immediate, accurate results, helping reduce the need for costly exploratory testing or unnecessary remediation—and they’re also excellent for verifying that a prior remediation has been successful.Proven and trusted
Dogs have long been relied upon by police and the military to detect drugs and explosives. In Europe, mold detection dogs have been used successfully for decades.Honest and motivated
Mold dogs work for food and praise - not profit - making them a refreshingly straightforward solution.Peace of mind
Dogs can detect mold that visual inspections and instruments may miss. After Loki searches your home, you’ll have the clearest possible understanding of whether mold is present and, if so, exactly where it’s located.
What Our Customers Are Saying“Loki is incredible. We’ve had a long journey of mysterious health issues related to mold and finally have answers. Highly recommend Clarity Canine Inspections!”
– Scott & Maria
Frequently Asked Questions
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If we find mold lurking in your space, our recommendations depend on the size and severity of the problem. But the goal is always the same: kick that mold out and make sure it doesn’t sneak back in.
Here’s the thing - most surfaces can’t just be “cleaned” of mold. Mold grows tiny root-like structures called hyphae that dig deep into porous materials. Think of it like mold putting down little underground roots - wiping it with a sponge won’t cut it. In fact, even wiping with bleach provides the hyphae with enough moisture to re-grow the mold. Removal is usually the only way to truly deal with it.
Our job is to find the mold, if it’s there, and point you toward the best next steps.
Once the remediation is done, we can swing back to double-check that all hazardous mold and its sneaky byproducts have been removed. Only then do we give the green light - so you can relax knowing your home is safe, that the space has been properly remediated from the mold, and is no longer hosting a secret fungal party.
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Sometimes — but not always. It really depends on what Loki uncovers during the inspection.
Our canine inspection is often the first step: identifying whether mold is present and helping pinpoint where hidden sources may exist. In some cases, clients may benefit from additional testing such as air sampling or swab testing, depending on the home, symptoms, and overall situation. We’re happy to help guide clients toward the next best step based on what we find.
If mold is discovered, we also have a trusted network of remediation professionals we can refer clients to for safe and effective cleanup.
The goal isn’t just to detect mold — it’s to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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To keep our certification, our dog maintains a 90% accuracy - and in daily work and training, Loki usually performs even better.
No mold dog is perfect, but compared to alternative testing methods, they’re in a league of their own. Air sampling, for example, is notoriously hit-or-miss - it only tests a few square feet at a time and can easily give false negatives if there’s little disturbance. Even sophisticated tests like ERMI can tell you if mold has been there, but they won’t show you where it is.
Our trained canine, on the other hand, can pinpoint the exact source of mold - even behind walls or under floors - in real-time. Simply put, if mold is present, a mold dog gives you the best chance of finding it. Once we know exactly where it is, you can take the smartest next step to get your space safe again.
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Toxic mold (like Stachybotrys, Aspergillus, and Chaetomium) can affect people in different ways, from mild irritation to more serious health issues. Symptoms often touch the respiratory, neurological, immune, skin, and digestive systems.
Common signs in adults:
Sneezing, coughing, wheezing, or sinus problems
Brain fog, headaches, dizziness, or mood swings
Fatigue or frequent illness
Skin rashes, eye irritation, or sensitivity to light
Nausea, digestive issues, or changes in appetite
Children may show:
Breathing issues, sleep disturbances, or behavioral changes
Developmental delays or learning difficulties
If you notice patterns like symptoms improving when away from home, it’s a strong hint that your environment may be playing a role. Consulting a functional health or mold-literate doctor can help you understand next steps for healing.
