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#109 Hurricane Deployment Debrief SAR K9
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In this episode of K9s Talking Scents, Cameron Ford engages with a panel of experienced search and rescue professionals Diana Bunch, Athena Haus and Jack Thorpe who share their insights and experiences from recent disaster recovery efforts in North Carolina following a hurricane. The conversation covers their backgrounds, the scale of the disaster, the importance of training, and the mental and physical preparedness required for such challenging deployments. The panelists emphasize the need for adaptability, the significance of exposing dogs to real-world distractions, and the critical human factors involved in disaster response. In this conversation, the speakers discuss their experiences in search and rescue operations, focusing on the unpredictability of the environment, the importance of teamwork, and the mental resilience required in high-stress situations.
They share profound experiences from swift water searches, the significance of proper training and equipment, and the human element that emerges during disasters. The conversation also addresses the challenges posed by self-deployment of unqualified teams and the need for handlers to check their egos and prioritize safety. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the complexities and challenges faced during search operations, particularly in cadaver searches.
They emphasize the importance of proper training, the need for handlers to be aware of their dogs' behaviors, and the significance of conducting blank searches to enhance detection skills. The discussion also highlights the necessity of teamwork and communication among search and rescue teams, as well as the value of learning from each other's experiences.
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108 episode
Manage episode 447380491 series 2858310
In this episode of K9s Talking Scents, Cameron Ford engages with a panel of experienced search and rescue professionals Diana Bunch, Athena Haus and Jack Thorpe who share their insights and experiences from recent disaster recovery efforts in North Carolina following a hurricane. The conversation covers their backgrounds, the scale of the disaster, the importance of training, and the mental and physical preparedness required for such challenging deployments. The panelists emphasize the need for adaptability, the significance of exposing dogs to real-world distractions, and the critical human factors involved in disaster response. In this conversation, the speakers discuss their experiences in search and rescue operations, focusing on the unpredictability of the environment, the importance of teamwork, and the mental resilience required in high-stress situations.
They share profound experiences from swift water searches, the significance of proper training and equipment, and the human element that emerges during disasters. The conversation also addresses the challenges posed by self-deployment of unqualified teams and the need for handlers to check their egos and prioritize safety. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the complexities and challenges faced during search operations, particularly in cadaver searches.
They emphasize the importance of proper training, the need for handlers to be aware of their dogs' behaviors, and the significance of conducting blank searches to enhance detection skills. The discussion also highlights the necessity of teamwork and communication among search and rescue teams, as well as the value of learning from each other's experiences.
Show Sponsors:
Getxent http://www.getxent.com
Sci K9 http://www.scik9.com
Precision Explosives http://www.pre-exp.com
Michael Ellis School http://www.michaelellisschool.com
Ford K9 for everything detection dogs http://www.fordk9.com
108 episode
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