Disasters and accidents can happen at any time and anywhere in the world, often without warning. There is a need for professional teams that can deploy rapidly and undertake effective search & rescue operations.

The SARDA Meridian Search and Rescue team will be demonstrating at Paws in the Park how they take part in these very important rescue operations.  Their display will explain the different steps in the training of the dogs and they will be looking for volunteers from the audience to help them demonstrate the early stages of training - so if you think your dog would like to have a go, don't be shy, it's great fun. The team will be on hand on the SARDA Meridian stand to answer all your questions whether you are simply curious about their work or seriously interested in getting involved.  For more information visit their website: www.sardameridian.co.uk

Sarda Meridian in training - James Dunn and Venka locating a missing person