What kind of training does the dog handler go through?
The dog handler must go through courses in map and compass, outdoor survival, dog handling, searching for evidence. First aid for people and dogs, EMT training, land navigation, edible plants, fire making, radio procedures, rope rescue, water rescue, avalanche rescue, mountain rescue, confined space rescue, fire arms training, report writing, testifying in the courtroom. Photographing and diagramming the crime scene. Helicopter rescue. Confined space search and rescue. We cover all aspects of SAR so we train in all aspects of SAR. The dog handler must be in physical shape to put on a 50lbs rescue back pack And climb 3000 feet up a mountain side in bad weather to go find someone who may be lost or trapped.
