How Do You Become A SAR K-9 Handler?
If you love dogs and enjoy working outside, a SAR (search and rescue) K-9 handler position could be the right job for you. A SAR K-9 handler is responsible for training dogs to locate missing people by detecting traces of human scent. The handler and dog work together as a team. A SAR handler’s job can be challenging but rewarding. Step 1 Meet the minimum requirements to become a K-9 handler. You must be at least 18 years of age. You must also be in good health because you will be required to work outside in the field for several hours at a time. Step 2 Own a dog that qualifies to be a SAR K-9 dog. Many search-and-rescue teams will require you to own your own dog, but some teams may provide you with a dog. The K-9 dogs are usually very large dogs, including Dobermans, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Rottweilers and Labradors. Step 3 Locate a search-and-rescue team. You can locate a search-and-rescue team by contacting your local law-enforcement divisions, fire departments and resc
