SAR - basics

The Finnish SAR-system - basics

The new regulations for SAR Dog -tests include the following tests:

SAR Disaster Dog test (Two classes - A & B)

These tests are open to all breeds - even including ID-numbered mutts. A participating dog must be at least 14 months of age

A qualifying result from any of these tests is valid for 3 years.

All above mentioned tests include simular obedience part which consist of the following movements:

heeling on leash

heeling off leash

walking sit

walking down and recall

walking stand and recall

jump over a 0.8 m high barrier

go out with down

down under distraction

These obedience movements are similar to SchH & IPO obedience, but the judgement is less strickt as in the actual trials.

For passing the tests a dog must succeed in both obedience and in the field work.

To be included in a rescue team a dog must have at least a valid result from the SAR tracking test or from the SAR Air Scent test.