AKC News
AKC Honors Canine Heroes With New Wilderness Search and Rescue Title
(Wednesday, June 05, 2013)
New York, NY— Wilderness Search and Rescue dogs, who use their air scenting or tracking abilities to locate missing persons, typically in a non-urban setting, will now be recognized by the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) with the new SAR-W title. The AKC already acknowledges dogs that are FEMA or State Urban Search and Rescue (SUSAR) certified as Urban Search and Rescue Dogs.
Within the field of Wilderness Search and Rescue there are dogs that specialize in tracking, trailing, air scent, water and avalanche search and rescue.
“Search and Rescue is a valuable, modern day working activity for our dogs. At the time of greatest need, when we’re looking to find lost or trapped people, human remains, or help others during disasters, SAR dogs and their handlers are there to provide their assistance,” said Doug Ljungren, AKC Vice President of Companion/Performance Events. “The AKC is proud to acknowledge skill and service of these dogs by offering the new SAR-W title to add to their AKC record.”
(Wednesday, June 05, 2013)
New York, NY— Wilderness Search and Rescue dogs, who use their air scenting or tracking abilities to locate missing persons, typically in a non-urban setting, will now be recognized by the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) with the new SAR-W title. The AKC already acknowledges dogs that are FEMA or State Urban Search and Rescue (SUSAR) certified as Urban Search and Rescue Dogs.
Within the field of Wilderness Search and Rescue there are dogs that specialize in tracking, trailing, air scent, water and avalanche search and rescue.
“Search and Rescue is a valuable, modern day working activity for our dogs. At the time of greatest need, when we’re looking to find lost or trapped people, human remains, or help others during disasters, SAR dogs and their handlers are there to provide their assistance,” said Doug Ljungren, AKC Vice President of Companion/Performance Events. “The AKC is proud to acknowledge skill and service of these dogs by offering the new SAR-W title to add to their AKC record.”