APOPO’s HeroDOGs are trained with patience, praise, and play — and they work safely.
They’re never put in danger: trained to detect explosives from a safe distance, then rewarded with toys, rest, and care from their handlers.
#HeroDOGs #APOPO #MineAction #AnimalWelfare
They’re never put in danger: trained to detect explosives from a safe distance, then rewarded with toys, rest, and care from their handlers.
#HeroDOGs #APOPO #MineAction #AnimalWelfare
November 1, 2025 at 2:13 PM
APOPO’s HeroDOGs are trained with patience, praise, and play — and they work safely.
They’re never put in danger: trained to detect explosives from a safe distance, then rewarded with toys, rest, and care from their handlers.
#HeroDOGs #APOPO #MineAction #AnimalWelfare
They’re never put in danger: trained to detect explosives from a safe distance, then rewarded with toys, rest, and care from their handlers.
#HeroDOGs #APOPO #MineAction #AnimalWelfare
APOPO was honored to host a Belgian delegation in Cambodia, incl. Ambassador H.E. Michel Parys & DGD colleagues. They visited our minefields to see #HeroRATs, #HeroDOGs & Risk Education in action. Grateful to @belgiummfa.bsky.social for supporting mine-free communities #SDG17
February 25, 2026 at 6:36 PM
APOPO was honored to host a Belgian delegation in Cambodia, incl. Ambassador H.E. Michel Parys & DGD colleagues. They visited our minefields to see #HeroRATs, #HeroDOGs & Risk Education in action. Grateful to @belgiummfa.bsky.social for supporting mine-free communities #SDG17
#APOPO #Ukraine welcomed Swiss Embassy reps to our Dog Training Center in Krasylivka for joint training with UDA deminers. Live demos + classroom sessions strengthened capacity in Technical Survey through Animal Detection Systems. #HeroDOGs #MineAction #CapacityBuilding #SafeLand
March 28, 2026 at 5:25 AM
#APOPO #Ukraine welcomed Swiss Embassy reps to our Dog Training Center in Krasylivka for joint training with UDA deminers. Live demos + classroom sessions strengthened capacity in Technical Survey through Animal Detection Systems. #HeroDOGs #MineAction #CapacityBuilding #SafeLand
This year, Technical Survey Dog Rina helped #APOPO survey nearly 94,000 m² near Cambodia’s historic Koh Ker temple complex, helping teams find 25 explosive items and reduce minefield boundaries. Every search helps communities reclaim land safely. https://bit.ly/49tQ6QS
#HeroDOGS #SavingLives
#HeroDOGS #SavingLives
May 28, 2026 at 5:41 PM
This year, Technical Survey Dog Rina helped #APOPO survey nearly 94,000 m² near Cambodia’s historic Koh Ker temple complex, helping teams find 25 explosive items and reduce minefield boundaries. Every search helps communities reclaim land safely. https://bit.ly/49tQ6QS
#HeroDOGS #SavingLives
#HeroDOGS #SavingLives
At #APOPO, we use specialized equipment to track the performance of our #HeroDOGs as they search for explosives. Our Technical Survey Dogs wear a #Garmin T5 dog collar, paired with an Astro 430 tracker, which helps our team monitor their movements.#MineFree #SavingLives
June 3, 2026 at 7:25 PM
At #APOPO, we use specialized equipment to track the performance of our #HeroDOGs as they search for explosives. Our Technical Survey Dogs wear a #Garmin T5 dog collar, paired with an Astro 430 tracker, which helps our team monitor their movements.#MineFree #SavingLives
#APOPOUkraine hit 1,000,000 m² of land cleared and surveyed in 2026 🇺🇦 Teams shifted more dogs to Mine Detection roles to meet national requirements, driving more clearance — helping communities return home and rebuild livelihoods.
#APOPO #HeroDOGs #MineAction #Demining
#APOPO #HeroDOGs #MineAction #Demining
August 31, 2026 at 2:34 PM
#APOPOUkraine hit 1,000,000 m² of land cleared and surveyed in 2026 🇺🇦 Teams shifted more dogs to Mine Detection roles to meet national requirements, driving more clearance — helping communities return home and rebuild livelihoods.
#APOPO #HeroDOGs #MineAction #Demining
#APOPO #HeroDOGs #MineAction #Demining
"Land release" is the operational framework for survey and clearance done by #APOPO.
The process combines different methods for a more efficient release of safe land to local communities. Take a look at our approach explained in the infographic.
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #MineAction #SavingLives
The process combines different methods for a more efficient release of safe land to local communities. Take a look at our approach explained in the infographic.
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #MineAction #SavingLives
August 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM
"Land release" is the operational framework for survey and clearance done by #APOPO.
The process combines different methods for a more efficient release of safe land to local communities. Take a look at our approach explained in the infographic.
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #MineAction #SavingLives
The process combines different methods for a more efficient release of safe land to local communities. Take a look at our approach explained in the infographic.
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #MineAction #SavingLives
Brick wall training helps our #HeroDOGs sharpen their sniffing precision and focus. The dogs search cavities in a brick wall that contain different scents and indicate the target odor by sitting and pointing their nose. This builds confidence and consistency. #APOPO #CanineHeroes
October 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Brick wall training helps our #HeroDOGs sharpen their sniffing precision and focus. The dogs search cavities in a brick wall that contain different scents and indicate the target odor by sitting and pointing their nose. This builds confidence and consistency. #APOPO #CanineHeroes
Technical Survey Dogs (TSDs) are transforming land release. They search 25–30m lanes in dense vegetation, without manual gridding or vegetation cutting, getting safe land back to communities faster, without compromising safety.
#APOPO #AnimalDetectionSystems #HeroDOGs
#APOPO #AnimalDetectionSystems #HeroDOGs
January 20, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Technical Survey Dogs (TSDs) are transforming land release. They search 25–30m lanes in dense vegetation, without manual gridding or vegetation cutting, getting safe land back to communities faster, without compromising safety.
#APOPO #AnimalDetectionSystems #HeroDOGs
#APOPO #AnimalDetectionSystems #HeroDOGs
January 15, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Behind every successful HeroDOG is a dedicated team focused on health, welfare, nutrition, and enrichment.
At APOPO, our dogs are partners, teammates, and life-savers.
Because exceptional care leads to exceptional performance. 💙
#HeroDOGs #AnimalWelfare #MineAction #APOPO
At APOPO, our dogs are partners, teammates, and life-savers.
Because exceptional care leads to exceptional performance. 💙
#HeroDOGs #AnimalWelfare #MineAction #APOPO
July 7, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Behind every successful HeroDOG is a dedicated team focused on health, welfare, nutrition, and enrichment.
At APOPO, our dogs are partners, teammates, and life-savers.
Because exceptional care leads to exceptional performance. 💙
#HeroDOGs #AnimalWelfare #MineAction #APOPO
At APOPO, our dogs are partners, teammates, and life-savers.
Because exceptional care leads to exceptional performance. 💙
#HeroDOGs #AnimalWelfare #MineAction #APOPO
Happy International Dog Day!
#APOPO Dogs use their incredible sense of smell to help clear minefields and make land safe again for communities around the world.
Be part of their journey: apopo.org/herodogs
#InternationalDogDay #APOPODogs #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld
#APOPO Dogs use their incredible sense of smell to help clear minefields and make land safe again for communities around the world.
Be part of their journey: apopo.org/herodogs
#InternationalDogDay #APOPODogs #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld
August 26, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Happy International Dog Day!
#APOPO Dogs use their incredible sense of smell to help clear minefields and make land safe again for communities around the world.
Be part of their journey: apopo.org/herodogs
#InternationalDogDay #APOPODogs #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld
#APOPO Dogs use their incredible sense of smell to help clear minefields and make land safe again for communities around the world.
Be part of their journey: apopo.org/herodogs
#InternationalDogDay #APOPODogs #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld
Not far from an ancient temple, APOPO’s Technical Survey Dogs continue their work, carefully surveying land: quiet and precise. With support from the 🇧🇪 Belgium MFA making surrounding areas accessible again, opening opportunities for restoration.
#APOPO #MineAction #HeroDOGs #SDG17
#APOPO #MineAction #HeroDOGs #SDG17
April 14, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Not far from an ancient temple, APOPO’s Technical Survey Dogs continue their work, carefully surveying land: quiet and precise. With support from the 🇧🇪 Belgium MFA making surrounding areas accessible again, opening opportunities for restoration.
#APOPO #MineAction #HeroDOGs #SDG17
#APOPO #MineAction #HeroDOGs #SDG17
#APOPO is committed to using our expertise to help solve some of the world's most dangerous challenges, such as quickly removing landmines hidden decades ago, and returning safe land to local communities.
#MineAction #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld #HeroRATs#HeroDOGs #SavingLives
#MineAction #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld #HeroRATs#HeroDOGs #SavingLives
July 30, 2025 at 11:10 AM
#APOPO is committed to using our expertise to help solve some of the world's most dangerous challenges, such as quickly removing landmines hidden decades ago, and returning safe land to local communities.
#MineAction #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld #HeroRATs#HeroDOGs #SavingLives
#MineAction #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld #HeroRATs#HeroDOGs #SavingLives
#APOPO Ukraine welcomed FAO, WFP and partner Minderoo Foundation to our Dog Training Center in Krasylivka to see our innovative approach to technical survey and demining in action and demonstrate how we're helping restore safe access to farmland. #MineAction #TechnicalSurveyDogs #HeroDOGs
June 2, 2026 at 8:05 AM
#APOPO Ukraine welcomed FAO, WFP and partner Minderoo Foundation to our Dog Training Center in Krasylivka to see our innovative approach to technical survey and demining in action and demonstrate how we're helping restore safe access to farmland. #MineAction #TechnicalSurveyDogs #HeroDOGs
Have a Donor-Advised Fund? You may be able to support #APOPO through it.
DAFs can be a convenient and tax-efficient way to give, and your support helps HeroRATs continue their lifesaving work around the world.
Learn how → https://apopo.org/daf
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #HeroTREEs
DAFs can be a convenient and tax-efficient way to give, and your support helps HeroRATs continue their lifesaving work around the world.
Learn how → https://apopo.org/daf
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #HeroTREEs
August 29, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Have a Donor-Advised Fund? You may be able to support #APOPO through it.
DAFs can be a convenient and tax-efficient way to give, and your support helps HeroRATs continue their lifesaving work around the world.
Learn how → https://apopo.org/daf
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #HeroTREEs
DAFs can be a convenient and tax-efficient way to give, and your support helps HeroRATs continue their lifesaving work around the world.
Learn how → https://apopo.org/daf
#HeroRATs #HeroDOGs #HeroTREEs
One pf my favorite tributes...
#touchingthelivesofamericans #Supportourtroops #heroes #herodogs #militaryservicedogs #ptsd #rescuemeinc
#touchingthelivesofamericans #Supportourtroops #heroes #herodogs #militaryservicedogs #ptsd #rescuemeinc
September 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM
One pf my favorite tributes...
#touchingthelivesofamericans #Supportourtroops #heroes #herodogs #militaryservicedogs #ptsd #rescuemeinc
#touchingthelivesofamericans #Supportourtroops #heroes #herodogs #militaryservicedogs #ptsd #rescuemeinc
A huge shoutout to long-time supporter Elle, who raised awareness and £385 for #APOPO at Bury St Edmunds market! 💛 Vintage treasures, great chats, and lots of love for our #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs — thank you, Elle!
#FundraisingHero #SupporterSpotlight #EveryActionCounts
#FundraisingHero #SupporterSpotlight #EveryActionCounts
July 7, 2025 at 1:36 PM
A huge shoutout to long-time supporter Elle, who raised awareness and £385 for #APOPO at Bury St Edmunds market! 💛 Vintage treasures, great chats, and lots of love for our #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs — thank you, Elle!
#FundraisingHero #SupporterSpotlight #EveryActionCounts
#FundraisingHero #SupporterSpotlight #EveryActionCounts
Planning a trip to #Cambodia? 🇰🇭 Make sure the #APOPO Visitor Center is on your #SiemReap itinerary!
Discover how #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs are helping clear deadly landmines and save lives. To avoid disappointment, book your tour early online: https://bit.ly/4j3YyZB
#SavingLives #ResponsibleTourism
Discover how #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs are helping clear deadly landmines and save lives. To avoid disappointment, book your tour early online: https://bit.ly/4j3YyZB
#SavingLives #ResponsibleTourism
June 1, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Planning a trip to #Cambodia? 🇰🇭 Make sure the #APOPO Visitor Center is on your #SiemReap itinerary!
Discover how #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs are helping clear deadly landmines and save lives. To avoid disappointment, book your tour early online: https://bit.ly/4j3YyZB
#SavingLives #ResponsibleTourism
Discover how #HeroRATs and #HeroDOGs are helping clear deadly landmines and save lives. To avoid disappointment, book your tour early online: https://bit.ly/4j3YyZB
#SavingLives #ResponsibleTourism
Neben Hero Rats kann man jetzt auch Hero Dogs adoptieren, should you be so inclined: apopo.org
Training Rats To Save Lives • APOPO
APOPO's scent detection animals, nicknamed 'HeroRATs' and 'HeroDOGs', help to rid the world of landmines and tuberculosis – returning safe land back to
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May 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Neben Hero Rats kann man jetzt auch Hero Dogs adoptieren, should you be so inclined: apopo.org