Canada Ends Avalanche Dog Rescues in Rocky Mountains
Canada has stopped using avalanche dogs for rescues in the Rocky Mountains, and the move has caused public anger. The 55-year-old programme had found missing hikers and children in the wilderness. The programme was cut as part of government budget cuts.
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Context: Avalanche dogs can sniff out people buried under snow, which is why search teams have long relied on them in mountain rescues. Budget cuts are a common reason governments drop programmes, and such decisions often weigh cost against safety.
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