What Does a Rescue Dog do? With the recent tragedy in Haiti, a number of residents in Los Angeles have asked about our own security during a significant emergency. In addition to the various land, sea, and air resources that are available, California Task Force One (CA-TF-1), managed for FEMA by the Los Angeles Fire Department, has several rescue dogs on its roster. Several of these dogs are owned by their handlers (not the department), and these individuals dedicate themselves to saving lives with their canine companions. They pay for all of their food, transport, and training out of their own pockets, so it is truely a labor of love. Let's see what these dogs do, and learn how they can help save YOU in the event of an earthquake or other disaster. Click Here.














