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A bond forged for life-saving missions

Trust, training, success: Join us on the inspiring journey of Jurgen and Fjiero.

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Quickfire questions with Alarico Sberlati

Interview with the four time world champion in search and rescue dog work.

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Tick-borne diseases: Lyme disease

IRO Vet Dr Alexander Hönel explains what you as a dog owner should know about this insidious disease.

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Testing Events

IRO Testing Event (AT)

30.01.  -  01.02.2025

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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IRO WCH Avalanche Search (AT)

30.01.  -  01.02.2025

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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Testing Events

IRO Testing Event (MX)

31.01.  -  02.02.2025

Mexico City

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