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Dogs impress at Honorary Rangers Indaba

The SAWC’s K9 Unit was invited to the SANParks Honorary Rangers Indaba at Mopani Camp in the Kruger National Park and they put on a demonstration to remember.

The unit presented the College’s canine asset in a combined demonstration comprising a horse patrol, reaction unit, online tracking team, air support and the pack dogs.

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Guests were amazed by how many parties are involved in following up an incursion by suspected poachers and were also impressed with the efficiency of all the teams and their cooperation.

“We were very proud to be a part of this presentation with our colleagues and partners,” said the College’s Dog Master Johan van Straaten.

Photo: Trainer Robynne, and handler Precious with one of the free running pack dogs after a training demonstration, captured by Sean Viljoen for Ivan Carter Wildlife Conservation Alliance

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Lande Willemse

Landé Willemse is a multiple-award-winning journalist and editor with more than two decades of experience across print, digital, and broadcast media. Her work, which includes photography, spans investigative reporting, sport, agriculture, tourism, political and community news, with bylines across several respected South African publications.
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