Tools of the Trade
- Mary Wykstra
- 6 days ago
- 1 min read
After a recent veterinary checkup revealed that Madi has cataracts, we introduced protective goggles to shield him (and now all our scat dogs ) from harsh UV exposure. His experience highlights why every piece of equipment matters.
𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫
Boots: Protect paws from sharp thorns.
Socks: Absorb sweat and keep paws from slipping inside the boots.
Cooling Vest: A moistened, lightweight vest that cools the dog through evaporation.
Tactical Vest: Reinforced to guard vital areas from bush scratches or potential attacks.
Collar: Allows a handler to attach a leash quickly when needed.
Garmin Tracking Collar: Collects GPS data to map the dog’s search path.
NEW – Goggles: Added after Madi’s diagnosis to protect his eyes and reduce UV exposure for the entire team.
Our dogs work in tough environments; their gear keeps them safe, focused, and ready for every search.
If you'd like to support our working dogs, you can do so with a donation here: https://www.actionforcheetahs.org/donation-page
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