Last week we lost a member of RARO. Jack the avalanche dog had a short but really enthusiastic career in the mountains. With his handler Benn Cash they managed to go from strength to strength and within a season of beginning formal snow work, they passed the assessment to make operational status. As a work team, Benn and Jack were perfectly suited to each other and if there was someone in need or a training session on, you’d better get out of the way!
Unfortunately, Jack finally lost the battle he had been fighting hard this whole winter. Our thoughts are with Benn and Skylie who gave him such an awesome second chance at helping save lives in the mountains.
We’ll miss you jack!
