PHOENIX — Meet Argus and Rio!
The two pups are part of Arizona Search Dogs which provides search capabilities for Arizona Task Force One (AZ-TF1) across the state.
Officials with the Phoenix Fire Department said the dogs assist with Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) which can involve the location, rescue and initial medical stabilization of victims trapped in confined spaces.
Structural collapses are one of the most common causes of victims being unable to get out. However, victims may also be trapped in accidents, mines, trenches and most recently in their own homes and businesses in natural disasters.
It can take two to three years to properly train the canines for the USAR, which is considered a "multi-hazard" discipline, as it may be needed for a variety of emergencies or disasters.
More details: https://arizonasearchdogs.com/
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