Dr. Otto started evaluating the behavior and health of Urban Search and Rescue canines shortly after 9/11, which motivated her to create the PVWDC as a «space specifically designed for the study of search - and - rescue dogs, and the training of future working dogs» which: (patrickmahaney.com)
Dr. Otto, who has worked with Urban Search and Rescue Dogs since 2001, and established the Penn Vet Working Dog Center in Philadelphia, was our instructor. (thesuperdogblog.com)
Each canine / handler team must pass rigorous national certification in urban search and rescue. (okcpetsmagazine.com)