Source: Radio New Zealand
Kora is on full alert, at the scene of the devastating Mt Maunganui landslide, where searchers have been combing through the slip looking for victims.
A four legged rescuer is being praised for her tireless work helping at the scene of the tragic Mt Maunganui landslide.
Kora, a Tauranga Land Search and Rescue dog, has been working at the scene of the devastating slip, trying to track the bodies of those who were trapped beneath the earth and rubble.
Animal protection organisation Rescue, Revive, Rehome Bay of Plenty praised Kora’s work and temperament, in a Facebook post on Sunday.
“There are so many heroes working on Mauao right now, giving their time, strength, and hearts to help bring missing people home. While every single person involved deserves recognition, we wanted to take a moment to shine a light on one very special four-legged hero,” they said.
“Kora is not only beautiful, but incredibly skilled. She has a calm, gentle nature and is friendly with everyone she meets.
“Like all certified LandSAR search dogs, she is trained in advanced tracking and scent work. She can follow ground scent left behind by a person – whether it’s from hours ago or even days old – and can also locate personal items such as hats, backpacks, or wallets.”
Kora with her handler Nick Petry on the scene at Mauao.
Kora has been a LandSAR search dog since 2020, and is trained to signal to her handler Nick Petry if she sees, smells or hears anything useful as she searches, RRR said.
A post on Kora’s Facebook page read: “Our thoughts are with the families affected by the landslide at Mt Maunganui and Welcome Bay.”
“Thank you Kora, arohanui,” one poster said in reply.
“Goodest dog”, another said.
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