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Search Dog Unit

Handlers lead highly trained dogs in scent search operations for tracking a subject; help to establish where a subject has been or is going.  Working with scent articles provided for identification of a subject requires constant training for both the dogs and the handlers.  Training takes place within the unit and with units from other areas and states.

How can I participate?
There is always a need for trained and dedicated volunteers to participate in search and rescue missions.  Specific unit training is required in addition to a 16 hour Basic Search & Rescue Academy given by the Sheriff's Office.

How can I help?
The Yavapai County Sheriff's Response Team Inc. depends upon continuing donations.  Please consider making a contribution to the Response Team when you support charitable organizations.  As a non-profit organization, your donations to YCSRT are deductible to the extent allowed by the tax code.

How is Search and Rescue Funded?
The Yavapai County Sheriff's Response Team does not receive funding from the state of Arizona, Yavapai County or any other public agency. It relies solely upon donations to meet expenses for training, operations, purchases, maintenance, and replacement of important Search and Rescue equipment.

Search and Rescue is available to everyone.  
It is through your support that we can be there for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

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