About SARTEC K-9
The members of SARTEC K-9 undergo rigorous training in advanced search techniques, crime scene preservation, and rough country rescue, ensuring they are prepared for the most challenging situations. Their service is driven by a passion for aiding theThe members of SARTEC K-9 undergo rigorous training in search operations and theory, traditional search methods, air scent and scent discrimination, rough country rescue and crime scene preservation. Additionally, several members have extensive training in advanced search and rescue techniques, ensuring they are prepared for most challenging situations. Their service is driven by a passion for aiding the community, reuniting loved ones, and bringing closure to families in times of need.
How SARTEC K-9 Can Help
SARTEC K-9 is available 24 hours a day to respond to requests from local, state, and federal agencies, providing expert search and rescue services wherever needed. Our highly trained dogs can be of service in various critical situations, including:
- Locating an overdue hiker in a wilderness area
- Finding a missing child or runaway
- Locating a missing person with Alzheimer's or Dementia
- Identifying human remains after a fire or natural disaster
- Searching areas where human remains may be buried
With their specialized skills in air scent, trailing, and Human Remains Detection (HRD), SARTEC K-9 is prepared to assist in a wide range of challenging scenarios, offering a vital resource for agencies in need of reliable search assistance.
Types Of Training
Air Scent
Air Scent
Air Scent
Air scent dogs are specially trained to find any living individuals within a given parameter. Our air scent handlers leverage the knowledge of terrain, air temperature, humidity, wind direction, and the behavior of missing persons to tailor their approach to each unique situation. This is crucial in developing the most effective search strategy for a successful outcome. Our air scent dogs are nationally certified in Wilderness Area Search, ensuring they adhere to the highest standards of training and effectiveness in locating missing individuals. This expertise allows us to provide the best possible service, maximizing the chances of a positive resolution in every search operation.
HRD
Air Scent
Air Scent
Human Remains Detection (HRD) is another specialized skill that SARTEC K-9 teams are trained in. Our training begins with foundational HRD techniques, progressively advancing to more complex scenarios, preparing our teams to assist law enforcement in locating human remains during investigations. Our HRD dogs are nationally certified, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards required for these critical operations. This expertise allows our unit to provide reliable and professional support in difficult and sensitive search missions.
Trailing
Air Scent
Trailing
Trailing dogs are highly trained to follow the path that a missing person has taken, using their keen sense of smell to track scent over time. Our handlers have been trained to appropriately collect scent articles and utilize their dogs to determine the direction of travel. These teams are often tasked with working on trails that are 24 to 36 hours old, demonstrating the dogs' exceptional ability to track even after significant time has passed. Trailing dogs typically work on lead, staying closely connected to their handler, ensuring accurate and efficient tracking in search and rescue operations. Our trailing dogs are nationally certified, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of training and performance. This certification guarantees that the dogs are fully capable of tracking a missing person’s scent trail.