German Shepherd Search Dogs

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German Shepherd Search Dogs Search and Rescue K9s & Handlers responding to law enforcement calls in Pierce County & Washington State. See our website for more information.

All direct donations are tax deductible under 501(c)(3). Anyone participating in Search and Rescue knows the importance of the right equipment for the job. For members of German Shepherd Search Dogs of Washington State (GSSD) the right equipment includes a four-footed partner. Our canine friends bring a different level of skills and abilities to the search, whether it's for lost or missing persons, deceased subjects, or evidence. The purpose of German Shepherd Search Dogs is to provide search and rescue trained K9 & Handler Teams 24/7. To ensure a competent and capable service, GSSD provides continuous training and education for members and their dogs. GSSD is a free, volunteer-based public service available at the request of any official agency. We do not handle private requests. Find out more about us, our K9s, our history, and how you can help on our website.

Congratulations to Team 21, Frank and K9 SueBee on their first find! This morning's search for a missing subject with Al...
10/09/2026

Congratulations to Team 21, Frank and K9 SueBee on their first find! This morning's search for a missing subject with Alzheimer’s concluded quickly 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉

Great job everyone!
08/09/2026

Great job everyone!

Today we joined German Shepherd Search Dogs, Thurston County Sheriff's Jeep Patrol, Thurston County Search and Rescue, and Puget Sound K9 SAR for the annual Thurston County SAR mock search. Almost 50 searchers tracked, trailed, walked, and drove the trails of Tenino City Park and the surrounding woods to locate our “missing” subjects. Thanks to the combined efforts, all our subjects were located and brought safely back to base.

Great job teams!

If you’re interested in joining Thurston Co. WA Explorer Search and Rescue, our training season starts with orientation on August 31st. Check our website for more info.

*Photo credit to Pam Mathews

HELLO. We wish to be closer to you. If you'd let us out we could search for you and find you. - K9 Cascade & K9 Murphy ...
07/25/2026

HELLO. We wish to be closer to you. If you'd let us out we could search for you and find you. - K9 Cascade & K9 Murphy

Today we mourn the loss of K9 Benz. Benz was a methodical searcher and enjoyed helping out at outreach events. Our thoug...
05/21/2026

Today we mourn the loss of K9 Benz.
Benz was a methodical searcher and enjoyed helping out at outreach events. Our thoughts are with his handler, Omar.
🐾🌈 🪽
Run free, Benz. Thank you for your service.

Benz - April 20, 2017 - May 20, 2026

05/08/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Pacific Northwest Search & Rescue Conference!

We are excited to officially welcome attendees from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond to join us October 30 – November 1, 2026 at the beautiful Cascade Camp & Conference Center in Yelm, Washington!

This year’s conference will bring together:
-Search & Rescue Volunteers
-Law Enforcement
-Firefighters
-Medical Providers
-Emergency Workers
-Outdoor Leaders
-Technical Rescue Personnel
…and many more from across the SAR community.

Attendees can expect:
✅ Hands-on and classroom-based training
✅ Expert instructors from around the region
✅ Networking with SAR professionals and volunteers
✅ Vendor expo and equipment demonstrations
✅ Lodging and meals included with conference registration
✅ Specialized courses covering search management, technical rescue, medical topics, search planning, field operations, leadership development, and more

Lodging is summer camp style with shared sleeping areas assigned by unit/team. Limited RV and tent camping spots are also available. There are passes available without lodging as well for our more local folks.

Prices increase July 1st — register early to secure your spot!

Registration:
https://www.pnwsarconference.com/registration

Conference Website:
https://www.pnwsarconference.com/

We cannot wait to bring the SAR community together for an incredible weekend of training, collaboration, and professional development.

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Huge shout out to the team of Cascade and Katie on their SARDUS area test.
04/23/2026

Huge shout out to the team of Cascade and Katie on their SARDUS area test.

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