When most people think of animals that support grueling search and rescue efforts in the wake of disasters, crime, or conflict, they picture dogs. And those canines can really make a difference.

But one thing they can’t do for long periods of time is do this work underwater.

So, Michael Hadsell, president of Florida-based Peace River K9 Search and Rescue, has turned to river otters.

Specifically, Splash.

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/splash-search-and-rescue-otter