Rescue Dogs: Crime and Rescue Canines in the Canadian Rockies

Rescue Dogs: Crime and Rescue Canines in the Canadian Rockies
ISBN-10
1894974786
ISBN-13
9781894974783
Series
Rescue Dogs
Category
Rescue dogs
Pages
128
Language
English
Published
2011-03-28
Publisher
Heritage House Publishing Co
Author
Dale Portman

Description

Dale Portman's insightful storytelling is a heartwarming affirmation of the bond between human and dog. This collection of crime and rescue stories by the retired park warden and dog trainer highlights the vital role dogs play in saving lives, upholding the law and recovering bodies. Portman describes the escapades of Canadian Rockies park warden Alfie Burstrom and his canine partner, Ginger-the first certified avalanche search team in North America-as well as his own adventures tracking down criminals and missing persons with his German shepherd, Sam. Reading these stories of working dogs will give you a new appreciation of the important roles they play and how they really are our silent heroes.

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