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Our purpose

33,670

deployments
worldwide

4,000

certified
search and rescue dogs

133

member
organisations

41

countries of
four continents

Stronger together for the common good

IRO and HRDD International are joining forces with the aim of increasing efficiency in the rescue and recovery of casualties.

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Tick-borne diseases: Babesiosis

In a three-part series, our vet Dr Alexander Hönel sheds light on the main diseases transmitted by ticks.

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Gamba, the gentle water rescuer

The giant schnauzer lady with the shiny black coat is currently training to become a water rescue dog.

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Testing Events

IRO Testing Event (AT)

16.08.  -  18.08.2024

Vienna, Wiener Neustadt

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Courses & Training

Rubble Course (DE)

22.08.  -  25.08.2024

Berlin

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WCH

28. IRO World Championship (FI)

04.09.  -  08.09.2024

Vantaa

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