Arkansas Alliance of Bloodhound Search Specialists

The Arkansas Alliance of Bloodhound Search Specialists (AABSS) is an all-volunteer organization that was formed in 2005.  We are a 501c3 public charity as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. The members are concerned citizens from a variety of occupations from around the state of Arkansas who are dedicated to helping save lives.  They share a love of dogs, are willing to complete extensive training, and conduct searches day or night in all weather conditions.
 
The purpose of AABSS is to form an organized method for dedicated Canine K-9 handlers around the state to share resources, educate the communities and agencies on the effective utilization of K-9 search teams, educate the public on the types and use of search dogs, provide safety information to the public,  and to offer comprehensive training services to K-9 Handlers around the country.
 
 AABSS will also provide a unit of qualified professional K-9 teams to assist the agencies of the state of Arkansas.  When requested a qualified K-9 team will arrive as soon as possible at the search location.  Alliance team members and canines are required to complete extensive training and evaluation before they become operational.  Standards for training and performance are constantly being reviewed and upgraded when necessary.  Individuals in the alliance must be proficient in land navigation using map/compass and GPS, basic radio communications, and first aid for both humans and canines.  Members receive wilderness survival instruction and are abreast of current search strategies.  The members train continually in the classroom and field to maintain the required high level of performance.