And, if we're making changes ......
Recent co-operation between the Eastern Cape Health Department and a local helicopter service, AV8 Helicopters, has resulted in the availability of an airborne search and rescue dog unit. Police practised using the helicopter hoist under the instruction of AV8 Helicopter pilots. The dogs use special harnessing and are attached to their handlers during the rescue operation.
Dogs are trained for both land and sea rescues. Any dog that drops below the required high standard is taken off active duty.
"Although the dogs appeared nervous on their first run, they soon settled into the harnesses and appeared to gain much from the training."
