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Dog Talk ® (and Kitties Too!)Could Your Dog Be a Search & Rescue Star?#892B: Melissa Stagnaro describes the fun of training for Search and Rescue competitions (vs. “real life” missions) that have different levels of competition, including one test that certifies you for “mission ready” qualification. Dogs [and people!] of all types and sizes can participate. Searchandrescuesport.org.2024-07-2229 min
The American CanineEpisode 18 Search and Rescue SportLearn more about ARSA, American Search and Rescue Dog Sport Association, as we talk to Melissa Stagnaro, the national training director. For more info you can check out their links at
https://www.searchandrescuesport.org/
https://www.facebook.com/people/American-Rettungshunde-Sport-Association/100069938206871/
https://www.iro-dogs.org/en
Be sure to visit us at www.theamericancanine.com2024-04-0928 min
K9 Detection CollaborativeAll things Area Search/Live Find SARWhat to listen for:“We're dealing with a dog who has its own set of motivators. And so we just need to always be conscious of the fact that we can reinforce at any point along the chain.”Unleash the power of your canine's nose and transform your four-legged friend into a search-and-rescue superhero with insights from our hosts, Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing. They navigate the complex training terrain, from crafting the perfect final response to harnessing the nuances of canine olfactory prowess, and offe...2024-04-0253 minK9 Detection CollaborativeMental Management and Training: It's the little things.What to listen for:“Finding those little ways to help you get back on track, and the appropriate people to talk to, so that you can do mental management of expectations of yourself is really important.”Have you ever felt the weight of life’s rough roads and unexpected turns affecting your motivation to train your dogs? In this engaging episode, the Dames of Detection - Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing - candidly discuss this struggle, and share their experiences. They share insights and strategies that have worked for them...2023-10-1050 min
Gun Dog It Yourself207. Search and Rescue with Bird Dogs?We all know these dogs can develop amazing skills and sometimes those amazing skills can crossover and provide truly valuable services to society. Perhaps exploring an option such as Search and Rescue is something that would be rewarding and enjoyable for you try with your bird dogs in the off season? Melissa Stagnaro joins me to explain that it doesn't have to be one or the other. Your bird dog can do both if you want them to!
What brought Melissa to the dog world?
"Tracking" or "Trailing"
Why bird dog owners might be interested in Sport SAR
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The Hunting Dog PodcastDogs that hunt, Dogs that save our lives!Melissa Stagnaro joins us to talk about the ARSA. We know dogs are incredible, but this episode takes that statement and blows it up! From tracking people in the concrete jungles, to wilderness searches for lost hikers, rubble piles, avalanches and water rescues. Then take them to a versatile hunt test! All with the same dog... Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Fu...2023-08-281h 22
DogCast Radio - for everyone who loves dogsEpisode 266 - Search and Rescue Sport and the command which could save your dog's lifewww.DogCastRadio.comHear about Search and Rescue Sport from Melissa Stagnaro, the Vice President of the American Rettungshunde Sport Association. Melissa's dogs have also painted masterpieces, and enjoy playing corn hole too. Julie shares the most important command to teach your dog is - and it might just save their life!2023-08-2642 min
Dog Training Is My PassionSearch & Rescue Sport. InterviewIn this episode I talk to Melissa Stagnaro, vice president of ARSA, where she talks about the exciting sport of search and rescue.
ARSA website
https://www.searchandrescuesport.org/
FB Page
https://www.facebook.com/people/American-Rettungshunde-Sport-Association/100069938206871/
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Improv Exchange PodcastEpisode #121: Felipe SallesA native of São Paulo, Brazil, Felipe Salles has been an active musician in the US since 1995, where he has worked and recorded with prominent jazz artists, including Randy Brecker, Paquito D’Rivera, David Liebman, Melissa Aldana, Lionel Loueke, Jerry Bergonzi, Chico Pinheiro, Magos Herrera, Sofia Rei, Yosvany Terry, Jovino Santos Neto, Oscar Stagnaro, Luciana Souza, and Bob Moses. He has toured extensively in Europe, North and South America, India, and Australia, as a sideman and a leader of his own group.
Salles is a 2018 Guggenheim Foundation Composition Fellow, a 2021 South Arts Jazz Road Creative Residency Gra...2023-06-1956 min
Pure Dog Talk573 – Search and Rescue Titling Events Come to USSearch and Rescue Titling Events Come to US
Melissa Stagnaro, vice president of the American Rettungshunde Sport Association (ARSA), joins host Laura Reeves to share details of the growing Search and Rescue Sport titling events in the US.
[caption id="attachment_12086" align="alignleft" width="288"] Dog working in an ARSA test.[/caption]
“ARSA started out of a need for some standardizations,” Stagnaro said. “There was an earthquake and flooding in Armenia in the late 1980s and a lot of kind-hearted people showed up to help and it was hard to ascertain what their skill level was. This included search and re...2023-03-2031 minK9 Detection CollaborativeInterview Reflections, Habit Stacking and a Stretching Challenge!What to listen for:Today, Stacy, Robin, and Crystal reflect on their biggest takeaways from speaking with previous guests Liz Joyce, Bobby Lyons, and Melissa Stagnaro, where everything from self-care to physical fitness to search-and-rescue sport was covered.Listen in as our hosts highlight the value of making incremental progress in our fitness and skill development, and how the right coach can help us instill the habits we need to maintain our progression plan.Crystal talks about her journey to overcoming stress...2023-03-141h 01K9 Detection CollaborativeTalking Search and Rescue Sport with Melissa StagnaroWhat to listen for:Today, Robin and Crystal sit down with Melissa Stagnaro, Vice President of American Rettungshunde Sport Association.She’s here to discuss “sport” search and rescue, or RH: an FCI-sanctioned sport that has many similarities to IGP (Schutzhund). RH is recognized as an ideal supplement to IGP as well as AKC tracking, obedience, and agility. Trials consist of two phases: a search phase and an obedience and dexterity phase. There is no bite work involved in the sport.Melissa describes how tracks ranging from the be...2023-02-2857 min
The Quirky DogLooking for Something NEW For You and Your Dog in 2023?This week, Jess and Scott are joined by Melissa Stagnaro who is Vice President of American Rettungshunde Sport Association. This organization combines aspects of competitive obedience, agility, and search work like air scenting and tracking into a competition that is loads of fun for both dogs and owners.
When did the concept of outlining sport search and rescue skills first begin?
Who is a typical trial participant in ARSA?
How can you find support if you want to train your dog for this exciting sport?
To learn more about American Rettungshunde Sport Association, visit: https://www.searchandrescuesport.org/
Connect with the ARSA...2023-01-1128 min
Disorderly Dogs!239. Search and Rescue Dog Sport w/ Melissa StagnaroIn this episode, Melissa Stagnaro joins me to talk about the Search and Rescue Dog Sport. She discusses tips and insight from years of experience in the sport. If you and your dog are interested in search and rescue, Melissa shares what you need to know.
American Rettungshunde Sport Association (ARSA) website
American Rettungshunde Sport Association Instagram
International Search and Rescue Dog Organisation
Free Training Courses
Virtual Training Courses
1:1 Training
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Leaving a...2022-12-0241 min
Believe in DogHow To Do Sport Search & Rescue With Your Dog with Melissa StagnaroIf you can name a Dog Sport, Melissa Stagnaro has most likely tried it at some point over the past 20 years. And today we’re so fortunate to have Melissa sharing tips and insight from her years of experience. I loved her canine enrichment idea for dogs recovering from an injury!
But did you know that you can learn the sport of Search & Rescue? If you’ve ever wanted your dog to learn how to find someone in the woods or track a scent trail, there’s a sport for that!
Commonly referred to as “RH,” the dog...2022-06-271h 06
The Dog's Way Podcast: Dog Training for Real LifeMelissa Stagnaro of American Retteungshunde Sport AssociationOn this episode I introduce Melissa Stagnaro, the Vice President of American Retteungshunde Sport Association. With the long name, it is commonly nicknamed "RH". They are an organization that does "sport" search and rescue. This is a great sport for your dog that is incredibly unique, and focuses on some pretty high-level activities for fun and exercise. We talk about the origins. FCI, (which is the International Dog Federation) partnered up with a newly formed group called the International Rescue Dog Organization. They ultimately created four levels of sport competition related to rescue. Th...2022-05-2338 min
All About Scent Work PodcastSpotlight: ARSA - Titling OpportunityIn this spotlight episode, we speak with Melissa Stagnaro regarding the titling organization in the United States, American Rettungshunde Sport Association (ARSA), where teams may work a variety of classes based upon the rules set by the international Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and the International Rescue Dog Organisation (IRO).
This is excellent conversation discussing the details of ARSA and also how handlers may volunteer for local SAR-groups, to learn the ropes and see if they and their dogs may up for the task to join a team and deployed.
Be sure to check ou...2022-04-1333 min