International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation

We are the global umbrella organisation for search and rescue dog work. Setting Standards. Saving Lives.

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Head to tail in mud, but never backing down. 🐾 From 29 Aug–1 Sept, Thai-RDA search dogs & handlers braved floods, debris & heavy rain in Mae Chaem, Chiang Mai. True courage in action. 🌍 Gratitude to all teams 🙏 👉 https://t.co/IkUy15DYhl

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

📣 The latest IRO NRO Info is out! This edition reveals the confirmed dates and venue for the IRO WCH 2026 and shares how the IRO team is gearing up for the Salzburg Business Run! Read it here: https://t.co/3poMq3yZ5L Not subscribed yet? Sign up here: https://t.co/j5E4RPpPhl

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What do search and rescue dogs do on hot days? The same as many other dogs: they swim. 🐠 We’ve put together a few tips to help you make swim sessions safe and enjoyable for your dog: https://t.co/mWxzqb9UCE

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Meet our IRO Heroes: Summer and Lisa! 🐾 Summer is a four-year-old Boxer who is persistent and focused. She always gives her best in training with Lisa. Together, they form an incredible team, building trust and achieving new heights. Thank you for being part of IRO! 💙 #IRODogs

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Furry Fact Friday 💡 Dogs curl their tongues backwards and flick them rapidly to form a rising column of water – an ingenious technique that lets them hydrate quickly. #FurryFactFriday #Dogs

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Five-day Area Search Mission Readiness Test in the books: 21 of 35 teams passed! 🥳 They braved tough terrain and undergrowth. Huge congrats to everyone and thanks to our classifiers, vet, volunteers, helpers and organisers! 🙏 #IRODogs #SearchAndRescue #MissionReady

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📣The latest IRO NRO Info is out! This edition covers our intensive training preparations for upcoming mission readiness tests and introduces Michaela, our newest team member. Read it here: https://t.co/cHj5WBsoiW Not subscribed yet? Sign up here: https://t.co/j5E4RPphrN

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Our fundraisers don’t just talk about our mission – they live it. 💬💙At our recent training, they met our dogs, learned what drives us, and showed the same courage and heart. Together, we save lives – one conversation at a time. 🐾#IRODogs #CharityWork #BehindTheScenes

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Meet our IRO Heroes: Aike & Günter! 🐾🦺 A tireless nose, calm leadership, and a bond built on trust – strong in Area Search, Rubble Search & Tracking. Even in sports, they shine. 🏅💪 Thanks for being part of IRO and saving lives! 💙 #IRODogs #SearchDog

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Meet our IRO Hero: Rolf! 👋 With 40+ years of experience, our IRO Lead Trainer is driven by a deep love of dogs. Seeing teams grow – and dogs he trained save lives – is his greatest reward. Thank you for your passion, Rolf! 💙 #IRODogs #SARDogTraining

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

@sardain1978 @PoliceServiceNI @niassembly @NIFRSOFFICIAL @easyJet @StenaLineUKIE @little_pengelly @moneillsf @naomi_long @MCA_media Brilliant work on the new website – it looks amazing! 👏 Big high five from all of us at IRO🐾

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Ever noticed your dog’s paws smell like popcorn? 🐾🍿Dogs sweat through their paws, and the mix of sweat and natural bacteria creates that sweet, buttery scent. #FurryFactFriday #Dogs #Science

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Furry Fact Friday 💡 How do dogs tell time?

We already know routines help them – but did you know dogs can detect subtle changes in scent throughout the day, giving them a sense of time. ⏰

#FurryFactFriday #Dogs #Science

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Furry Fact Friday 💡Ever wonder how dogs know it's time for walkies or dinner?

It’s not about clocks – it’s about YOU.
They read your habits, routines, even your scent changes. Pretty amazing, right?

#FurryFactFriday #Dogs #Science

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New IRO NRO Info is out!

🌏 Quake in South East Asia: Our teams in action
🐕‍🦺 First national IRO MRT in Area Search
📸 #FoundYouHooman – our campaign is back!

Read now: https://t.co/jLN0e0ZFXl
Subscribe: https://t.co/j5E4RPpPhl

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Train & gain🐾Trust, time & love – that’s how unbreakable bonds grow. 💙 At IRO, we’re more than a team – we’re partners, heart to heart. This connection is what makes our search and rescue teams truly special.
How do you bond with your dog? 👇
#IRODogs #TrainAndGain #SearchDog

[International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation @irodogs]

Over 20 search and rescue dog teams from 7 countries gathered in Austria for intensive training ahead of the IRO Mission Readiness Test in Rubble Search this autumn. Focus: search tactics, disaster response standards, and first aid for dogs. 🐾 #IRODogs #SearchAndRescue

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Furry Fact Friday 💡 Did you know dogs can smell stress?

When we're stressed, our body releases a distinct scent. Through our sweat and breath, our dogs can sense when we're feeling tense.

#FurryFactFriday #Dogs #Science #SuperSnoopers

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Furry Fact Friday 💡 Did you know that dogs can smell up to 100,000 times better than humans?

After the quake in Southeast Asia, our search dogs are proving once again how powerful their noses are –detecting human scent even through massive rubble piles. #IRODogs #SuperSnoopers

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Search and rescue dogs in Bangkok not only bring hope – they bring comfort to families. #IRODogs https://t.co/08WZWfBeaP via @YouTube