To the rescue: Georgetown woman dedicates life training dogs for search and rescue & more

As pet lovers, we know how loyal and protective dogs can be. Did you know that some dogs are trained to save lives in dangerous situations? That’s right! Meet Carol Hoskins, a Georgetown woman who dedicated her life to training dogs for search and rescue missions.

Carol Hoskins, 71, is the founder and director of K9 Search and Rescue Specialists. She has been training dogs for over 35 years to help locate missing individuals in various environments such as wilderness, rubble, and water. Hoskins has trained over 200 dogs and handlers to work as a team in search and rescue missions.

Hoskins does not only train dogs to search for missing individuals, but also provides training for personal protection, competition, and obedience. Dogs must undergo a rigorous selection process to determine their suitability for the different types of training. After the selection process, dogs undergo intensive training sessions that can last for up to two years.

In addition to her search and rescue work, Hoskins and her team also educate the public on dog safety and health. They attend festivals, fairs, and community events to help people understand the role that dogs can play in search and rescue missions.

Not only is Hoskins dedicated to her work with dogs, but she also volunteers at the Georgetown Fire Department, responding to emergency calls with her trained K9 companions.

Carol Hoskins is an inspiration to dog lovers everywhere. She shows us that dogs are not only our faithful companions but also our lifesavers in times of crisis.

The importance of search and rescue dogs cannot be underestimated. They play an essential role in disaster response efforts and can help locate missing persons in cases of human trafficking or kidnappings. The dedication of Carol Hoskins and her team is a testament to the important work that search and rescue dogs and their handlers do to save lives.