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Wednesday 6th December 2023, 20:31
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
❤️ Search dog Syd retires ❤️

It is with a mix of sadness but with great pride that we announce the retirement of Syd, one of our operational search dogs based in Galway with Galway Mountain Rescue Team 
Syd and his handler Jarlath Folan qualified in April 2019. During their time on the call out list they have conducted numerous searches, in one particular case they searched a large area in Galway for 15 days. 
They had 2 finds during this time. One was locating shoes on the side of a lake that led to the Garda divers recovering the missing person.  The second was finding a person alive after been missing overnight. Most of their searches involved clearing areas for gardai. 
We at SARDA Ireland would like to acknowledge Jarlaths wife Perry and family for their commitment to supporting them while away training and searching. For putting up with the flower beds being dug up and the clothes being pulled off the line 🙈 
Were grateful that Jarlath is continuing with us and is hopefully about to qualify his 3rd dog Shadow next year. In a new discipline, trailing. We wish them the best of luck. 
As for Syd we wish him a long happy retirement with plenty of long walks and lazy afternoons 🐾🐾Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

❤️ Search dog Syd retires ❤️

It is with a mix of sadness but with great pride that we announce the retirement of Syd, one of our operational search dogs based in Galway with Galway Mountain Rescue Team
Syd and his handler Jarlath Folan qualified in April 2019. During their time on the call out list they have conducted numerous searches, in one particular case they searched a large area in Galway for 15 days.
They had 2 finds during this time. One was locating shoes on the side of a lake that led to the Garda divers recovering the missing person. The second was finding a person alive after been missing overnight. Most of their searches involved clearing areas for gardai.
We at SARDA Ireland would like to acknowledge Jarlaths wife Perry and family for their commitment to supporting them while away training and searching. For putting up with the flower beds being dug up and the clothes being pulled off the line 🙈
We're grateful that Jarlath is continuing with us and is hopefully about to qualify his 3rd dog Shadow next year. In a new discipline, trailing. We wish them the best of luck.
As for Syd we wish him a long happy retirement with plenty of long walks and lazy afternoons 🐾🐾
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15 CommentsComment on Facebook

Enjoy your retirement Syd!!!

Best of luck

Happy retirement Syd 🐾

Happy retirement Syd, u did great work with Jarlath and shadow.

Good job Syd 👏👏👏 enjoy your retirement

Happy retirement Syd and WTG Jarleth! On a personal note, I wish you had continued with Springer Spaniels 🙂

Happy retirement Syd. And best of luck Jarlath with the newer members of the family.

Happy retirement Syd

Well done Syd & Jarlath for your fantastic work xx

Enjoy a well deserved retirement Syd ❤️

Ahhh Syd! Good job and good boyo!

Happy retirement Syd, amazing work that you and Ja do

Happy Retirement Syd 🥕🎂🥩🎾

Syd thank you firstly for everything U did , gave and those U helped in any way U are an amazing dog . Sorry to see U leave but happy Ur safe and will have a great and happy retirement . To Ur owner thank you for all the hours and time U gave to training Syd and his brother and fellow 4 legged friends in SandR . Finally Syd stay well cosy and have a great retirement and know U will always be missed and remembered every day for what U gave and did when on the job . Ur 999 family also appreciate you and don't be a stranger when on the prowl drop in for a run and a dog treat I'm sure I'll be welcomed and looked after 😉 take care old friend .

So long Syd, put your paws up! Thank God we still have Jarlath 🙂

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Tuesday 5th December 2023, 19:48
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Today is #internationalvolunteerday, and we’d like to thank all of our volunteers. Be they past or present dogs bodies, qualified dog handlers, trainee dog handlers, committee members, assessors along with their families and friends. And the most important, the dogs ☺️

Without your commitment and support, we would not be able to do what we do and respond to those in need. 

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Today is #internationalvolunteerday, and we’d like to thank all of our volunteers. Be they past or present dogs bodies, qualified dog handlers, trainee dog handlers, committee members, assessors along with their families and friends. And the most important, the dogs ☺️

Without your commitment and support, we would not be able to do what we do and respond to those in need.

Thank you 🙏
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Thank you all to the most important members of the association of course I refer to the dog volunteers , their handlers , their families and call center volunteers. Rosie from Creeslough x

Thankfully I have never needed ye but if I was in trouble I’d be delighted for ye to help, a fantastic team of people and doggies

Tuesday 5th December 2023, 16:54
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

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Good photo

maith na Mná

Sunday 3rd December 2023, 21:17
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Some of our handlers lent a hand yesterday.

Some of our handlers lent a hand yesterday.CALLOUT DATE: 05/12/2023

At 13:07 the Glen of Imaal Irish Red Cross Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team and Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team were tasked by the National Ambulance Service to assist a male with a lower leg injury.

The causality was lowered off steep terrain on Camaderry mountain and then transferred to an awaiting ambulance at the lead mines car park

The incident was stood down at 17:13 hrs
Thanks to all the agencies involved.

Incident: 82
Location: Camaderry Mountain
Agencies involved: GOIMRT, DWMRT, SARDA, National Ambulance Service
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Is that road along the Glendasan River?

Sunday 3rd December 2023, 21:15
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Yesterday evening we received the devastating news that Trainee Search dog Finn passed away suddenly after a short illness. Finn was only 3. He took ill last Tuesday and had surgery Saturday to remove part of his bowel. Sadly he did not recover and yesterday at 3:30 he passed away. We would like to send our sincere condolences to his handler Ryan, Ryans wife Sam and their other dog Ursa at this sad time. Sleep well sweet boy. Thank you for your hard work 😔Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Yesterday evening we received the devastating news that Trainee Search dog Finn passed away suddenly after a short illness. Finn was only 3. He took ill last Tuesday and had surgery Saturday to remove part of his bowel. Sadly he did not recover and yesterday at 3:30 he passed away. We would like to send our sincere condolences to his handler Ryan, Ryan's wife Sam and their other dog Ursa at this sad time. Sleep well sweet boy. Thank you for your hard work 😔 ... See MoreSee Less

39 CommentsComment on Facebook

RIP Finn. Sincere sympathies to Ryan and family.

Run free beautiful boy. Condolences 🙏

So very sorry for your loss. Condolences to all connected.

So very sad 😢. RIP Finn. Thoughts with Finn’s family 💔

Rest well over the Rainbow Bridge Finn. Condolences to the family

So sorry to hear this, what a beautiful dog, so sorry.

RIP Finn, you have served well.

So very sorry to hear of Finn’s passing , condolences to Ryan , Sam ,Ursa and all his colleagues in Search and Rescue.

Sorry for your loss 💔

Such a beautiful and brilliant dog. My deepest sympathies to Ryan and the rest of the family and everyone at Search and Rescue Dog Association.

What a beautiful dog.

A beautiful dog. I’m so sorry 😢

Run free Finn!

A huge loss. So very sorry to hear the news.

So sad. R.I.P. Finn . Thoughts with Finn's family 🙏

So very sad, thoughts are with you and your family

Oh God. Too soon. Too sad. Condolences ❤️

So sad 😞

So so sorry Ryan.may he rest in doggie heaven💕

Aww..very sad, rest well..he looked like a beautiful strong hound...

R.I.P.🕯🕯🕯 Finn. Sympathies to Ryan and all family.

So sad

So sad to see a young one go to soon

Very sad 😥

So sorry to hear 💔

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Sunday 3rd December 2023, 20:07
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Congratulations to our newest Operational Search dog team Mike and Rhea on passing their assessment weekend. And to Sean & Ben, Jean & Trakr for passing their upgrade assessments to become fully qualified Mountain Rescue Search dog team. 

Thanks to all our assessors for all your hard work. 

To our wonderful bodies, without you these teams wouldnt be possible. Thank you for your time and efforts.

To all the members working in the background on rotas, organising accommodation, food etc. thank you. 
To our Training Officer Gerry and all our teams thank you all.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Congratulations to our newest Operational Search dog team Mike and Rhea on passing their assessment weekend. And to Sean & Ben, Jean & Trakr for passing their upgrade assessments to become fully qualified Mountain Rescue Search dog team.

Thanks to all our assessors for all your hard work.

To our wonderful bodies, without you these teams wouldn't be possible. Thank you for your time and efforts.

To all the members working in the background on rotas, organising accommodation, food etc. thank you.
To our Training Officer Gerry and all our teams thank you all.
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19 CommentsComment on Facebook

Congratulations! Well done everyone

Congratulations🎉

Congratulations 🥂

congratulations to all 👏👏👏👏👏

Way to go! Congrats!

Brilliant achievement -well done all!!! ❤️🐕👏

Well done all, Congratulations!

Congratulations

Great teams there 👏 well done all

Congratulations 🎊 yous are amazing people ❤️ and the dogs 🐕

Congratulations everyone, a very successful weekend. The big smiles say it all !

Congratulations to everyone and thank you for everything you all do. 🐕🐕‍🦺🐶

Congratulations Jean and Trakr 🥰

Well done Jean well deserved after all your hard work 👏

Congratulations and keep safe.

Well done to you all.hard work payed off off❤️

WOW, great news... Jean and Trakr official joining the mountain rescue family!

Congratulations

To you all.

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Tuesday 28th November 2023, 22:11
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

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Good job, Bailey! Looks cold🥶

Saturday 25th November 2023, 20:11
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
After our Fundraising day in Jetland shopping Centre in Limerick last week we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated. You lovely folks raised an amazing €3628.83. We are so grateful for your support. ThankImage attachment

After our Fundraising day in Jetland shopping Centre in Limerick last week we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated. You lovely folks raised an amazing €3628.83. We are so grateful for your support. Thank ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday 18th November 2023, 20:59
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Limerick, its been a fantastic day meeting all you fabulous, generous people. Thank you to everyone who donated, who came talked and played with our dogs. Weve had a brilliant day and were blown away by your generosity. Looking forward to next year already. Thank you 🥹Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

Limerick, it's been a fantastic day meeting all you fabulous, generous people. Thank you to everyone who donated, who came talked and played with our dogs. We've had a brilliant day and we're blown away by your generosity. Looking forward to next year already. Thank you 🥹 ... See MoreSee Less

6 CommentsComment on Facebook

@followers

Well done everyone looks happy 😊

Well done to all involved 👏

Well done

Well done to you all 🦮🐕‍🦺💕❤️

Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland) Julie Byrne-Hilliard Iris Jimenez Chris Bulman Sue Mcevoy usa-fusioncorner.shop/20231130-154559

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Wednesday 15th November 2023, 11:34
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

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Sunday 12th November 2023, 10:48
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🐾 DOG FIND 🐾

Yesterday evening our colleagues in South Eastern Mountain Rescue Association responded to a walker who was lost on Slievenamon. 
It was dark and the cloud was low so visibility was poor. 
Sean Owens and Kody responded with their  SEMRA collegues. They had a lock on the walkers phone. As they got closer to the top Coady picked up the scent and located the person then guided the members in. 
This saved the team time trying to navigate in the poor conditions. The walker was assessed and walked off the hill. 

With the darkness setting earlier please remember to bring all essential kit on your hikes. Stay safe 

Photos: SEMRA + stock photoImage attachmentImage attachment

🐾 DOG FIND 🐾

Yesterday evening our colleagues in South Eastern Mountain Rescue Association responded to a walker who was lost on Slievenamon.
It was dark and the cloud was low so visibility was poor.
Sean Owens and Kody responded with their SEMRA collegues. They had a lock on the walkers phone. As they got closer to the top Coady picked up the scent and located the person then guided the members in.
This saved the team time trying to navigate in the poor conditions. The walker was assessed and walked off the hill.

With the darkness setting earlier please remember to bring all essential kit on your hikes. Stay safe

Photos: SEMRA + stock photo
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20 CommentsComment on Facebook

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Well done 👏

Well done Sean and Cody👏

Well done Kody and Sean 👏👏

Excellent work Sean and Cody! That’s what you do all the training for!

Well done Sean and Kody!

Speed and time is of the essence. Kody does not know this he just does his job so absolutely well done Kody & John on your find 👏👏👏

Well done Séan and Cody 🤩🤩

Brilliant

Well done both of you. X

Well done!

Thank you for your service.

Well done

Great work Coady and team

Well done 👏

What a great ending for everyone.

Well done 👏

Well done 👍

Well done Sean and kody

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Saturday 11th November 2023, 19:47
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Next Saturday the 18th of November we will be holding our annual flag day in Jetland Shopping Centre, Limerick. So why not come along and meet our dogs. 

SARDA Ireland are a charity organisation and we rely on donations from the public to help support us to work and train. 
Thank you in advance for your support. 

We hope to see you next Saturday 😁🐕🐾

Next Saturday the 18th of November we will be holding our annual flag day in Jetland Shopping Centre, Limerick. So why not come along and meet our dogs.

SARDA Ireland are a charity organisation and we rely on donations from the public to help support us to work and train.
Thank you in advance for your support.

We hope to see you next Saturday 😁🐕🐾
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4 CommentsComment on Facebook

@followers looking forward seeing everyone tomorrow in Limerick

@followers

Wish I could be there. Maybe one day...

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Sunday 5th November 2023, 22:08
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Attempted Heli training this afternoon. We had a briefing by Rescue 116 and a few of us got shown into the helicopter. During training they were tasked to a call and understandably had to go. Thanks to Alan and all the crew for their time and to Sean for organising itImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

Attempted Heli training this afternoon. We had a briefing by Rescue 116 and a few of us got shown into the helicopter. During training they were tasked to a call and understandably had to go. Thanks to Alan and all the crew for their time and to Sean for organising it ... See MoreSee Less

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Sorry we had to cut it short, I’ll try and rearrange with Sean for another day shortly!

Yer amazing people ❤️💙

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Saturday 4th November 2023, 18:13
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Our training officer Gerry Tobin and Martina O Kearney Flynn are over in the Brecon Beacons for the Mountain Rescue Search Dogs England , South Wales assessments.  Gerry is an assessor and Martina is training to become an assessor. 
Well done you two.Image attachment

Our training officer Gerry Tobin and Martina O Kearney Flynn are over in the Brecon Beacons for the Mountain Rescue Search Dogs England , South Wales assessments. Gerry is an assessor and Martina is training to become an assessor.
Well done you two.
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11 CommentsComment on Facebook

Brilliant, have a good one folks 👍

Yes! Very well done you two!

Good luck 🍀

Enjoy guys 👦

Thank you Martina and Gerry for coming out this weekend and for your help for myself and Jack. We didn’t see you after our last area but hope it was ok, also that you have a safe journey home!

Enjoy the trip a nice spot call to the Storey Arms for a drink

Go Martina, Go! Looks like typical autumn weather on the Breqcon hills, yet so beautiful!

Have a grand time!

Great to see you again Gerry & Martina, 'twas a busy ( & wet ) weekend. See you gain, and hope the return sailing was less eventful! 🐾

Brecon Beacons , now that is inhospitable territory

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Saturday 4th November 2023, 13:35
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
SARDA Ireland have had a very busy week. 3 searches in 3 corners of the country over 2 days. 6 dog teams deployed. 2 busy call out officers.
Thats 6 volunteers dropping everything in their day to day life to assist in the search for missing persons where ever they may be. 

We are a 24/7 365 voluntary organisation who rely on donations from the public. 

There is a link attached if youd like to donate. 

We are very grateful for everyones supportImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

SARDA Ireland have had a very busy week. 3 searches in 3 corners of the country over 2 days. 6 dog teams deployed. 2 busy call out officers.
That's 6 volunteers dropping everything in their day to day life to assist in the search for missing persons where ever they may be.

We are a 24/7 365 voluntary organisation who rely on donations from the public.

There is a link attached if you'd like to donate.

We are very grateful for everyones support
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6 CommentsComment on Facebook

@followers

Donation sent these earth angels found my husband and brought him home to me 😔💔 You will forever have a place in my heart ❤️

Well done all

Well done all

@followers ❤️

Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland) Bailey South-East Search and Rescue Dogs Bernie Kearns Carol M Mc Carthy usa-fusioncorner.shop/20231130-154559

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Tuesday 31st October 2023, 19:17
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
This afternoon at approx 12:50 SARDA Ireland were tasked by Garda Síochána North Western Region to assist with the search for a missing person in Foxford Co. Mayo. Audrey and Bailey were tasked and arrived on scene at 1:40 pm. As they were being briefed by the Gardai the missing person was located. 
SARDA Ireland would like to express our condolences to the family and friends. 
May he rest in peace

Other agencies involved were Ballyglass Coast Guard Search and Drone Unit   Rescue 118  
Neighbours, family and friendsImage attachmentImage attachment

This afternoon at approx 12:50 SARDA Ireland were tasked by Garda Síochána North Western Region to assist with the search for a missing person in Foxford Co. Mayo. Audrey and Bailey were tasked and arrived on scene at 1:40 pm. As they were being briefed by the Gardai the missing person was located.
SARDA Ireland would like to express our condolences to the family and friends.
May he rest in peace

Other agencies involved were Ballyglass Coast Guard Search and Drone Unit Rescue 118
Neighbours, family and friends
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Tuesday 31st October 2023, 0:28
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Sean and Ben have now completed their search in Co. Kilkenny and have been stood down. No more information at this timeImage attachmentImage attachment

Sean and Ben have now completed their search in Co. Kilkenny and have been stood down. No more information at this time ... See MoreSee Less

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

Well done, Thank you

Well done Ben and Sean. Hope you are both resting today🐶🐕

Monday 30th October 2023, 21:14
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Our 4 teams have now been stood down for the day in Glengarriff Co. Cork.
Mick and Ziggy to resume searching in the morning
 
This is a big multi agency operation being led by An Garda Síochána  . 

Other agencies involved are Castletownbere Coast Guard  #rescue115 Cork West Civil Defence 
West Cork Underwater Search & RescueImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Our 4 teams have now been stood down for the day in Glengarriff Co. Cork.
Mick and Ziggy to resume searching in the morning

This is a big multi agency operation being led by An Garda Síochána .

Other agencies involved are Castletownbere Coast Guard #rescue115 Cork West Civil Defence
West Cork Underwater Search & Rescue
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@followers

Well done guys

Monday 30th October 2023, 20:18
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
This evening SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána  to assist in a search in Co Kilkenny. Sean and Ben are en route. More to followImage attachment

This evening SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána to assist in a search in Co Kilkenny. Sean and Ben are en route. More to follow ... See MoreSee Less

7 CommentsComment on Facebook

@followers

Good luck to all the

It's at times like this I wish I had milo trained.

Fingers crossed it’ll be a good result

Be safe

🙏

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Monday 30th October 2023, 12:51
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána last night to assist with the search for a missing person in the Glengarrif area of Co. Cork. There are currently 3 dog teams on scene searching and another on the way to assist. More details to follow

SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána last night to assist with the search for a missing person in the Glengarrif area of Co. Cork. There are currently 3 dog teams on scene searching and another on the way to assist. More details to follow ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday 25th October 2023, 9:58
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

Tomorrow Thursday October 26th at 8pm on TG4 the new series Tarrthálaithe na hÉireann (Rescuers of Ireland) will feature Sligo/Leitrim Mountain rescue team as well as the Coast Guard helicopter R118.
SLMRT look back on a difficult call out and reflect on the highs and lows that come with being a volunteer in the rescue services. Costelloe Bay Coast Guard help out at Feile an Sruthan, a busy regatta in Galway and In Strandhill, Sligo the annual Warrior Run takes place, A gruelling 15KM trail kilometres up and down Knocknarea mountain. Below is the link where all episodes can be watched.

Amharcann Foireann Tarrthála Sléibhe Shligigh Liatroma siar ar ghlaoigh amach an-deacair agus déanann siad a mhacnamh ar na thuas seal thíos seal a thagann agus tú mar oibrí dheonach sna seirbhisí tarrthála. Tugann Garda Chósta an Chuan Chasla cuidiú ag Feile na Sruthan, geallta bád gnóthach i nGaillimh agus ag an Leathros, i gContae Shligigh, tá an Warrior Run bliantúil ar siúl. 15 km suas agus anuas Cnoc na Riabh atá i gceist. www.tg4.ie/en/player/categories/top-documentaries/?series=Tarrth%C3%A1laithe%20na%20h%C3%89ireann...
Big Mountain Productions TG4 Sligo Weekender The Sligo Champion Ocean FM Ireland Everyone @followers
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Sunday 22nd October 2023, 13:57
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
And thats a wrap for National training weekend in Killary Adventure Centre. Fabulous weekend was had. Lots of new faces eager to learn about how we work. Safe home everyoneImage attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

And that's a wrap for National training weekend in Killary Adventure Centre. Fabulous weekend was had. Lots of new faces eager to learn about how we work. Safe home everyone ... See MoreSee Less

3 CommentsComment on Facebook

I want to body there! Beautiful!

Maith sibh agus na madraí❤🙏

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Saturday 21st October 2023, 21:59
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Fabulous days training today in Killary. Preparation for assessment well and truly underway for 4 teams. Weather held out for us so hopefully tomorrow is just as goodImage attachmentImage attachment

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Saturday 21st October 2023, 9:58
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Were back in Killary for our national training. The sun has come out for us so heres to a great weekend of learning

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3 CommentsComment on Facebook

Have lots of fun!

Sean is that Rosie. It is her harness underneath the jacket but her nose looks whiter. Must be the light🤔

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Thursday 19th October 2023, 12:57
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

Tomorrow on Tarrthálaithe...
We join the Bunbeg Coast Guard team to see how drone technology has transformed the safety and efficiency of the coastguard there. We follow the unusual rescue of a collie called Ruby and, in the Comeragh Mountains, South East Mountain Rescue are called out to help an injured woman.
Leanann muid Garda Cósta an Bhun Bhig chun breathnú ar an dóigh a d’athraigh teicneolaíocht drón sábháilteacht agus éifeachtacht an Garda Cósta ansin ó bhonn. Feicimid an tarrtháil neamhgnáth den chóilí Ruby agus i Sléibhte an Chomaraigh, cuireadh fios ar Tharrtháil Sléibhe an Oirdheiscirt chun dul agus cabhrú a thabhairt le bean atá gortaithe. Tomorrow @ 8pm on TG4!
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Thursday 19th October 2023, 10:11
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🌟 Meet the team 🌟

Name:  Jen Coughlan

SARDA dogs name:  Scout

Type of search dog:  Air scenting 

How many dogs have you qualified and when? :  0
 
Other dogs names :  Bart and Rosie. Old gundogs who prefer to sleep in front of the stove these days

Where from :  Dublin living in Wicklow 

Day job :  Research technician UCD Marine 

Role in SARDA Ireland:  Dogs Body, prospective dog handler 

When did you join:  2/4/23

What inspired you to join SARDA:  I have always loved working dogs and previously had working gundogs.  I really wanted to find a new outdoor activity and really admired the inspiring work of SARDA.  As soon as I did my first stint of bodying I was hooked!

Most memorable time with SARDA:  Im a complete newbie but my first bodying session was made interesting by a lady making religious offerings and chanting right above my head in the bivvy!  I didnt want to move in case I messed it up for the dog teamImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

🌟 Meet the team 🌟

Name: Jen Coughlan

SARDA dogs' name: Scout

Type of search dog: Air scenting

How many dog's have you qualified and when? : 0

Other dogs' names : Bart and Rosie. Old gundogs who prefer to sleep in front of the stove these days

Where from : Dublin living in Wicklow

Day job : Research technician UCD Marine

Role in SARDA Ireland: Dogs Body, prospective dog handler

When did you join: 2/4/23

What inspired you to join SARDA: I have always loved working dogs and previously had working gundogs. I really wanted to find a new outdoor activity and really admired the inspiring work of SARDA. As soon as I did my first stint of bodying I was hooked!

Most memorable time with SARDA: I'm a complete newbie but my first bodying session was made interesting by a lady making religious offerings and chanting right above my head in the bivvy! I didn't want to move in case I messed it up for the dog team
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Hello Scout and Bart and Rosie and handler Jen 👋

Ah 😌 so many spaniels ! 💕

Springers lover, yay!

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Wednesday 18th October 2023, 16:39
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Congratulations to Ellie and Benny on passing their obedience and stock tests recently.  They received their green tag at local training on Sunday. Well done 👏Image attachment

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4 CommentsComment on Facebook

Well deserved!

Congratulations Benny and Ellie 👏👏👏

Well done you two!

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Wednesday 18th October 2023, 15:14
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Thank you for your service Laser, enjoy your retirement 🎉Image attachmentImage attachment

Thank you for your service Laser, enjoy your retirement 🎉 ... See MoreSee Less

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Enjoy your well earned retirement Laser 💞💞💞💞🐕xX

Enjoy the well earned rest.

This dog's done more work in his life than some people I know! Long and happy retirement to him. Good luck to his handler!

Have fun Laser and enjoy family life 💕

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Saturday 14th October 2023, 19:06
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

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Saturday 14th October 2023, 19:06
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Friday 13th October 2023, 12:44
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

Here's the link to see us on TG 4 last night.



Tarrthálaithe na hÉireann (1-2) | Player | TG4 | Irish Television Channel, Súil Eile
In the second episode, on a warm summer's day Croagh Patrick looks enticingly beautiful but climbing the mountain can be gruelling, it's 7 km to the summit. Galway Mountain Rescue are on hand at Reek Sunday, the busiest day of the year.
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Well done all.....but especially SARDA.🥰🐕‍🦺

Thursday 12th October 2023, 13:03
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
We are being featured tonight on TG4 at 8pm.Image attachmentImage attachment

We are being featured tonight on TG4 at 8pm. ... See MoreSee Less

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Amazing people and there's 🐕

Wednesday 11th October 2023, 17:21
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)

Our training officer Gerry Tobin also of South Eastern Mountain Rescue Association explains the temperature difference higher up the mountains. Look out for him Thursday at 8pm on TG 4 ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday 11th October 2023, 9:52
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🌟 Meet the team 🌟

Name: Audrey McNicholas 

SARDA dogs name:  Bailey 

Type of search dog:  Air Scenting 

How many dogs have you qualified and when? : 
 1 on 19th March 2022 

Other dogs names :  Bella  10 year old Jack Russell terrier 

Where from :  Straide, Co. Mayo 

Day job :  Mayo Co Council

Role in SARDA Ireland:  Operational Dog Handler,
PRO Committee member 

When did you join:  9/7/2019

What inspired you to join SARDA:  when I adopted Bailey I felt she needed a purpose. Shes a special dog. I found SARDA online and went to a training weekend.  I knew it would suit us. Its a way to give back to our Community

Other organisations involved in:  probationary member of Mayo Mountain Rescue 

Most memorable time with SARDA:
Every time were out training or on a call is special. However the weekend we Qualified in Wicklow was extra special. 

Hobbies and interests:  Sea swimming, hiking, reading, gardening, traveling 

Fun fact:  My car broke down in Aras an Uactairan. Id left the lights on and killed the battery. I had been giving President McAleeses daughter a driving lesson 🫣Image attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment

🌟 Meet the team 🌟

Name: Audrey McNicholas

SARDA dogs' name: Bailey

Type of search dog: Air Scenting

How many dog's have you qualified and when? :
1 on 19th March 2022

Other dogs' names : Bella 10 year old Jack Russell terrier

Where from : Straide, Co. Mayo

Day job : Mayo Co Council

Role in SARDA Ireland: Operational Dog Handler,
PRO Committee member

When did you join: 9/7/2019

What inspired you to join SARDA: when I adopted Bailey I felt she needed a purpose. She's a special dog. I found SARDA online and went to a training weekend. I knew it would suit us. It's a way to give back to our Community

Other organisations involved in: probationary member of Mayo Mountain Rescue

Most memorable time with SARDA:
Every time we're out training or on a call is special. However the weekend we Qualified in Wicklow was extra special.

Hobbies and interests: Sea swimming, hiking, reading, gardening, traveling

Fun fact: My car broke down in Aras an Uactairan. I'd left the lights on and killed the battery. I had been giving President McAleeses daughter a driving lesson 🫣
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Grand! ♥️

We done

Hello Bailey and Bella too and Audrey 👋

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Monday 9th October 2023, 8:46
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Some of our Members completed a Canine First Aid course over the weekend with Lilys 4paws. It had been organised in their area by the OG Glanmire German Shepherd Dog club.  Well done everyone. Its important that we can care for our dogs in case an emergency situation occurs.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Some of our Members completed a Canine First Aid course over the weekend with Lily's 4paws. It had been organised in their area by the OG Glanmire German Shepherd Dog club. Well done everyone. It's important that we can care for our dogs in case an emergency situation occurs. ... See MoreSee Less

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Well done guys🤗🤗

Wednesday 4th October 2023, 19:10
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🚨 CALL OUT 🚨

This afternoon at approximately 1PM SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána  to assist in the search for a missing person in Drinagh, Clonakilty, Co Cork.  Jean Ryan with search dog Trakr responded. Cork West Civil Defence was also in attendance.  
The missing person was recovered shortly after 3PM 
We would like to express our sympathy and condolence to the family and friends. May he rest in peace 😞Image attachment

🚨 CALL OUT 🚨

This afternoon at approximately 1PM SARDA Ireland were tasked by An Garda Síochána to assist in the search for a missing person in Drinagh, Clonakilty, Co Cork. Jean Ryan with search dog Trakr responded. Cork West Civil Defence was also in attendance.
The missing person was recovered shortly after 3PM
We would like to express our sympathy and condolence to the family and friends. May he rest in peace 😞
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Tuesday 3rd October 2023, 21:46
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🚨CALL OUT🚨

SARDA IRELAND worked alongside Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue  and Dublin-Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team this evening for a missing person in Blackrock Woods. Sean Tolan and Ben were on scene with the Glen team and assisted in the search.  Martina O Kearney Flynn was standing by to assist. Thankfully at approx 7:45 the missing person located safe and sound and was checked over by mountain rescue personnel. Well done to everyone involved. Great effort 👏👏Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

🚨CALL OUT🚨

SARDA IRELAND worked alongside Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue and Dublin-Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team this evening for a missing person in Blackrock Woods. Sean Tolan and Ben were on scene with the Glen team and assisted in the search. Martina O Kearney Flynn was standing by to assist. Thankfully at approx 7:45 the missing person located safe and sound and was checked over by mountain rescue personnel. Well done to everyone involved. Great effort 👏👏
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Great job. Well done to all connected.

Brilliant work - fair play to all

Tuesday 3rd October 2023, 18:44
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🌟Meet the team🌟

Name:  Jean Ryan

SARDA dogs name:  Trakr

Type of search dog:  Air Scenting 

How many dogs have you qualified and when? :  Trakr qualified April 2022

Other dogs names :  Sky - Husky/ shepherd cross

Where from :  Cork 

Role in SARDA Ireland:  Operational Dog Handler
Call out officer 

When did you join:   12/2/2016

Fun fact:
Trakr was donated to me to train for Sarda by Brendan Lawlor and his daughter Kate.Image attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

🌟Meet the team🌟

Name: Jean Ryan

SARDA dogs' name: Trakr

Type of search dog: Air Scenting

How many dog's have you qualified and when? : Trakr qualified April 2022

Other dogs' names : Sky - Husky/ shepherd cross

Where from : Cork

Role in SARDA Ireland: Operational Dog Handler
Call out officer

When did you join: 12/2/2016

Fun fact:
Trakr was donated to me to train for Sarda by Brendan Lawlor and his daughter Kate.
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5 CommentsComment on Facebook

Hello Trakr 👋 and Jean

Well done amazing people and they're 🐕

Well done 👏

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Saturday 30th September 2023, 17:28
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
The Gravel pits in Clonmel was the location this morning for our Tipperary crew who braved the elements. Big thanks to Sean for the photos and for getting soaked through 👏Image attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment

The Gravel pits in Clonmel was the location this morning for our Tipperary crew who braved the elements. Big thanks to Sean for the photos and for getting soaked through 👏 ... See MoreSee Less

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Amazing people ❤️ and there dogs 🐕

Thursday 28th September 2023, 12:14
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
🚨 CALL OUT 🚨
Update at bottom 

This morning at approx 9:55 SARDA Ireland have been tasked to assist in the search for a missing person near the Cliffs of Moher.  Angela and Sly are currently on scene. 
More to follow ....

SARDA Ireland stood down due to weather and safety conditions.Image attachment

🚨 CALL OUT 🚨
Update at bottom

This morning at approx 9:55 SARDA Ireland have been tasked to assist in the search for a missing person near the Cliffs of Moher. Angela and Sly are currently on scene.
More to follow ....

SARDA Ireland stood down due to weather and safety conditions.
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Sunday 24th September 2023, 13:40
Search and Rescue Dog Association (Ireland)
Rain..... what rain?  Our Galway and Wicklow group did some local training this morning. A mix of trailing and Air Scenting.  Great seeing new dog teams progressing with the help of local training officersImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

Rain..... what rain? Our Galway and Wicklow group did some local training this morning. A mix of trailing and Air Scenting. Great seeing new dog teams progressing with the help of local training officers ... See MoreSee Less