Heroes on four paws: Gailtal's rescue dogs in continuous use!

Heroes on four paws: Gailtal's rescue dogs in continuous use!

In the Gailtal, the dogs of the Austrian rescue dog brigade implement real miracles in mountain rescue. Founded in 1966, the organization has long established itself as a pioneer in rescue dog work, and the Gailtal rescue dog relay, which has been active since 2017, has shown what it can do. Under the direction of Evelyn Pipp, 13 committed members are currently available to find missing people in the most difficult terrain. The training of the dog handlers and their four -legged partners is intense and takes an average of two years. The dogs are trained for searching for space, search for debris and waterwork, which means that they can react quickly in almost every emergency, as reported to meinzirk.at.

ready for the challenge

The team regularly trains in challenging environments from gravel pits to abandoned buildings so that they are in a top shape in an emergency. In a spectacular exercise on Nassfeld, which took place at the end of October, the collaboration with the fire brigade and the police was further strengthened. Here the rescue workers trained in a realistic environment to maximize their operational capacity. "Our dogs are real all -rounders," says Evelyn Pipp, "her fine flair and her tireless energy are our strongest weapon in the fight against time."

Another highlight of the region is the Gailtaler Höhenweg, which leads through the impressive natural landscapes of the Gail Valley and Lesachtal. This hiking trail, which is considered a gentle counterpart to the famous Peace Way, offers an easy and accessible route for nature lovers. It begins in St. Oswald near Kartitsch and leads up to picturesque viewpoints. The versatile route invites you to experience the breathtaking nature and at the same time support the rescue dog squadron in your missions by using the hiking trail to draw attention to the valuable work that benefits both people and dogs when saving life, as Osttirol.com reports.