Winner 1991 Maxwell Medallion
Best Special Volume
ABOUT THE FIRST EDITION
.".".the techniques and the case studies here are so interesting
that a read will prove rewarding to ordinary trainers and fanciers
alike."" --Publisher s Weekly
From the devastation of the World Trade Center to earthquakes in
Central Asia, search and rescue dogs have proven invaluable in
helping to find victims of disasters whether man-made or natural.
First published in 1991 to critical acclaim, this newly expanded
and revised edition of Search and Rescue Dogs: Training the K-9
Hero, contains original, updated content. Chapters describe
cutting-edge training techniques used for wilderness, disaster,
cadaver dogs, and water searches, and by state and federal disaster
organizations such as FEMA.
Search and Rescue Dogs: Training the K-9 Hero, 2nd Edition
provides:
* Clear, step-by-step lessons on training your dog for a variety of
search and rescue operations
* Ways to keep your dog and yourself safe in the face of
disaster
* Practical information on procedures and equipment for dogs,
handlers, and human volunteers
* The ultimate experience of the interdependence of Human and Dog
Extensive photographs illustrate real-life missions, including
images of Ground Zero and the Pentagon taken by ARDA volunteers
after September 11, 2001.
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