The Search and Rescue Dog Foundation, Inc. a 501c(3) was established in 2005, to assist volunteer k-9 handlers in the replacement of their dogs no longer able to perform their search work.

After returning from deployment to the World Trade Center on 9/11/01, my beloved K-9, Anna became ill. It was soon determined she would no longer be able to perform as a search dog.  When neighboring elementary school teachers read about Anna, they decided to involve their 700 pupils, showing that "kids can make a difference".

On a warm, sunny January day, 700 elementary school children, teachers, parents and a community came together during a walk-a-thon, to raise the funds necessary to purchase a new working partner for me. Anna, her head resting on an American flag was too weak to sit up, but gladly accepted hugs and kisses from many of the children.

It was through the support and generosity of the town of Haddonfield, NJ, that my new SAR partner, Tango, is by my side today. It is by this selfless act,  that the Search and Rescue Dog Foundation was born.

Sincerely,
Sarah R. Atlas &
K-9 Tango