September is National Service Dog Month

Sharing a Feb 2023 story from Runner’s World to celebrate the positive power of man/woman<->dog bonds. “RUNNING WITH HANK: How my daughter’s rambunctious mutt saved my sanity while she was lost to the darkness.” by Caleb Dailoff

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Certification News: “Pepper” and Diana Shepherd

Congratulations to Diana Shepherd and “Pepper” for passing their Trailing Type 1 certification test. We all understand what a huge commitment it is to certify.  We commend you on your efforts and dedication to saving lives and reducing suffering. Diana and “Pepper” are also members of the LAPD Volunteer SAR […]

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Certification News: “Pneumo” and Juanita Smith

Congratulations to “Pneumo” and Juanita Smith for passing their initial human remains detection (C1) test. Lots of hard work goes into taking a dog from a puppy to a certified K9. Thank you! “Pneumo” and Juanita are also members of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff Search and Rescue team. CARDA […]

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Certification News: “Jax” and Carla Halford

Congratulations “Jax” and Carla Halford for passing their initial large source cadaver (C2) certification test. We appreciate all the hard work you two do training and searching across the State. “Jax” and Carla are also members of Nevada County Sheriff Search and Rescue Team CARDA

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