Category: SDF Features

Deployment Reports, News, SDF Features

SDF-trained team deploys to assist recovery efforts in aftermath of Texas flooding

In the wake of catastrophic flooding across parts of Central Texas, search efforts began in affected areas, where first responders worked to locate those who may be trapped or missing. Among the many resources deployed to the region was SDF-trained search team Jon Munguia & Clifford of California Task Force …

Lifetime Care, News, SDF Features

Kiinii protects waterways from invasive mussel species, one sniff at a time!

Kiinii came to us from the Lassen County Animal Shelter, which took him in after a good Samaritan found him wandering nearby. At the shelter, staff saw that Kiinii loved playing with any and all toys—a key characteristic SDF seeks in potential recruits. Noting this toy obsession, the shelter reached …
Deployment Reports, News, SDF Features

SDF-trained teams deploy to assist victims of Midwest storms

  On April 2, 2025, an outbreak of deadly storms cut a path across the southern and midwestern United States, leaving destruction in their wake. In response, SDF-trained teams Adam Schaaf & Dodger and Mark Schroeder & Koda of Nebraska Task Force 1, and Jeremy DeMott & Chirp from Virginia Task Force 2, along with their …

Lifetime Care, News, SDF Features

Happy Tails – Walnut helps protect pond turtles through his volunteer job!

Walnut was generously donated to SDF by Kaiser K9, Inc., and arrived on campus full of excitement and ready to get to work! His trainers were immediately enamored with this adorable, charming Lab, and he earned the affectionate nickname "Woo-Nut" because he couldn't help but woo all his trainers with …
Lifetime Care, News, SDF Features

Happy Tails – Cooper overcomes his painful past and finds joy with a loving family

Upon arrival at SDF's campus, potential candidates for our program undergo routine medical screening, which allows us to check each dog for possible health issues. In most cases, the medical tests reveal a healthy pup. In Cooper's case, however, we were shocked when we saw his X-rays—this tough boy had …
Lifetime Care, News, SDF Features

From search dog to snow dog: Raven finds fun and fulfillment in the Utah mountains

Raven was purchased by a family in Salt Lake City who hoped she would a make a good support dog for their child, but Raven’s rambunctious personality soon made it clear this was not her ideal role. Unable to handle her energy, the family placed an ad for Raven’s adoption. …
News, SDF Features

From troubled pasts to having a blast – Max and Chad are making the most of their second chances!

Because our canine candidates are often recruited from shelters and rescues, which themselves have limited information about dogs' pasts, we often don't know what our candidates' lives looked like before arriving at SDF. However, routine medical screenings can give us some insight from time to time, although sadly, it's not …