Mounted search and rescue

[<Jorene@CEOates.com>]

Rigging some kind of sling between the pack saddle forks would provide
weight distribution.

What's the potential to create a "behind the saddle" padded area that
includes some sides on it, rather like a soft box? Hmmm. For the smaller
dogs, how about the "child riding behind the saddle" market - something like
the Buddy Seat or maybe a modified Rumble Seat?
http://www.bigtackstore.com/products/saddles/act/12308.htm
You'd need to get creative about how and where the rider's gear is packed,
but it might work for day searches when gear can be more limited.

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Jorene Downs
Tulare Co, CA
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Technical Rescue, Cave Rescue,
Hasty Team, ICP
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