# RescueDogs: Search & Rescue — K9 Training & GPS Tracking

> Search and rescue dog team training, planning, and operations management app. (iPhone/iPad app by Lukas Bruderhofer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescuedogs-search-and-rescue/id6476817168 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lukas Bruderhofer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724569871)
- Category: Sports, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 107 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hungarian, Italian and 9 more
- Released: 2024-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-11-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescuedogs-search-and-rescue/id6476817168/reviews.md

## What is RescueDogs?

RescueDogs supports search and rescue dog teams from training preparation to mission debrief. Plan mantrailing sessions and search areas, record GPS tracks and document the work of dogs and handlers.

Make training count
Record exercises, assessments and goals for each dog. Link tracks to training records, follow progress and use programs, milestones and trainer feedback. Organize sessions, meeting points, participants and attendance.

Plan searches and record tracks
Prepare area, rubble, avalanche, cadaver, object and drone searches. Draw and name search areas, add circles and map points, and compare dog and runner trails for mantrailing. Import and export GPX files. Use search patterns with adjustable direction and spacing as a temporary visual planning aid. Find coordinates directly in map search: decimal degrees, UTM, UTMRef/MGRS and both degrees/minutes formats.

Stay oriented in the field
Use maps downloaded in advance and record searches without reception. Compatible external GPS trackers can add tracking data. Share live locations with your team when connected.

Coordinate field operations
Work with alerts, responses, search assignments and a command map. Track personnel, document events and review completed missions. The companion web version supports planning, analysis and incident command.

Organize your team
Manage dogs, qualifications, vaccinations and reminders. Coordinate availability and duty rosters, keep timesheets and manage equipment, vehicles and reservations. Personal recordings also work without an organization.

Some features require Premium, enabled organization modules, appropriate permissions or compatible devices. Live features require internet access; offline maps must be downloaded or imported in advance.

EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Mantrailing session and search area planning
- GPS track recording for dogs and handlers
- Training exercise and goal documentation
- Offline map downloads and GPS tracking
- Team member and equipment management
- Mission debriefing and incident command support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Operationsmodule Yearly | $299.99 | per year |
| Operationsmodule Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Equipment and Vehicle Management | $4.99 | per month |
| Equipment and Vehicle Management | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium yearly | $8.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


## Is RescueDogs safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess RescueDogs.

## Is RescueDogs legit?

RescueDogs: Search & Rescue appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for RescueDogs is 85 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescuedogs-search-and-rescue/id6476817168/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Top

*2026-03-11*

Die App ist bei uns sowohl im Training als auch im Einsatz in Verwendung. Einfach TOP

## Frequently asked questions about RescueDogs

### What is RescueDogs used for?

RescueDogs supports search and rescue dog teams from training preparation to mission debrief. It allows for planning mantrailing sessions, recording GPS tracks, and documenting the work of dogs and handlers.

### Can RescueDogs be used offline?

Yes, RescueDogs allows you to download maps in advance and record searches without reception. Compatible external GPS trackers can also add tracking data when offline.

### What types of searches can be planned in RescueDogs?

RescueDogs supports planning for area, rubble, avalanche, cadaver, object, and drone searches. You can draw and name search areas, add map points, and utilize search patterns.

### Does RescueDogs have ads?

No, RescueDogs does not contain advertisements.

### What are the subscription options for RescueDogs?

RescueDogs offers several subscription plans, including 'Premium monthly' for $0.99 with a 7-day free trial, 'Equipment and Vehicle Management' for $4.99/month, and 'Premium yearly' for $8.99. There are also higher-tier 'Operationsmodule' and 'Equipment and Vehicle Management' yearly plans with longer free trials.

### What devices is RescueDogs compatible with?

RescueDogs is compatible with iPhones and iPads.

### How often is RescueDogs updated?

The latest version of RescueDogs is 3.7.3, last updated on November 3, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting active development and maintenance.

### What is the age rating for RescueDogs?

RescueDogs has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and above.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.7.3 — 2026-11-03

3.7.3
- Find coordinates directly in map search: decimal degrees, UTM, UTMRef/MGRS and both degrees/minutes formats.
- Search patterns begin at your chosen start. Set the initial direction with a second tap on the map and choose a shift to the left or right.
- Open search patterns directly from the drawing menu. More compact controls and separate help make planning easier.

### 3.7.2 — 2026-11-03

3.7.2
- Plan search patterns with adjustable direction and spacing as a visual aid on the map.
- Move several of your own recordings into folders together and assign eligible recordings to a dog or drone.
- More reliable map point actions and dialogs. Improved map views and stability when moving the app to and from the background.

### 3.7.1 — 2026-10-31

3.7.1
- Name search areas, draw circles and use improved drawing tools and map points for navigation.
- Organize recurring training, meeting points, attendance and supporting records. Track progress with programs, milestones and trainer feedback.
- Plan duties in a monthly calendar, sign up for open shifts and filter timesheet reports.
- Add operation documentation more easily, search the event history and manage responses and debriefs more clearly.
- Improved offline saving, GPX import and export, map markers and tracker connections.
- Easier dialogs, selection lists and training actions.

### 3.7.0 — 2026-10-31

3.7.0
- Name search areas, draw circles and use improved drawing tools and map points for navigation.
- Organize recurring training, meeting points, attendance and supporting records. Track progress with programs, milestones and trainer feedback.
- Plan duties in a monthly calendar, sign up for open shifts and filter timesheet reports.
- Add operation documentation more easily, search the event history and manage responses and debriefs more clearly.
- Improved offline saving, GPX import and export, map markers and tracker connections.
- Easier dialogs, selection lists and training actions.

### 3.6.0 — 2026-10-19

New in version 3.6.0:
- New incident command map with search assignments, personnel and history.
- Optional organization login (SSO) and additional dog statuses.
- Optional Traccar connection, DroneSYS map data and DWD warnings for Germany.
- Command map with assignment planning, notes, participant responses and map point selection.
- Improved session renewal, recording archives, pending uploads, GPX, Garmin, maps and window layouts.
- Preparations for iOS 27 and iPhone Duo, with layouts that adapt to window size changes.

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