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Supporting Rangers and Canine Units

K9 units in Southern Africa, with an impressive 90% success rate in detecting illicit wildlife products, revolutionise the fight against poaching through incredible tracking abilities. When they are supported by advanced technology, their potential is doubled when it comes to protecting wildlife. 

At Pelorus Foundation we are supporting the Singita Lowveld Trust to equip rangers and dogs in K9 units with cutting-edge gear. Together, we hope to continue to fight against wildlife crime.

Canine units, or K9 units, are exceptional allies in the fight against wildlife trafficking, boasting up to a 90% success rate in detecting illicit wildlife products. These highly trained dogs can detect items such as rhino horn, ivory, and pangolin scales with incredible precision, making them invaluable in combating poaching. They can track poachers over long distances and through rough terrains, significantly increasing the chances of apprehending criminals and protecting endangered species.

Equipped with GPS and other tracking devices, K9 units blend traditional tracking skills with modern technology, positioning themselves at the forefront of wildlife crime prevention. These dogs have saved both animals and rangers, providing critical support in dangerous and remote areas. By enhancing early detection, exceptional tracking, and scenting work, K9 units support rapid response and apprehension efforts, acting as powerful deterrents to poachers and ensuring the safety of wildlife and the dedicated individuals who protect them.

That is why at Pelorus Foundation we are supporting the Singita Lowveld Trust Anti-Poaching and Canine Unit to purchase a Canon SX70 camera, GoPro Hero, and GoPro Chest Harness plus additional support for their Wildlife Protection Fund to contribute to larger purchases in the future.

The K9 unit has proved to be a gamechanger in maximising early detection, exceptional tracking, scenting work supporting rapid response and apprehension capabilities, as well as acting as a deterrent to entering the area. Together we hope to continue working with dogs to protect wildlife and wild places.