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flag A New Zealand police dog, Teo, survived severe geothermal burns during a 2024 search mission thanks to quick action and expert care.

flag Police dog Teo, a New Zealand search and rescue K-9, is recovering after suffering severe burns from geothermal water in Rotorua during a search mission in October 2024. flag Her handler, Senior Constable Adam Johannsen, rushed her to safety despite his own injuries, and rapid medical care at Massey University’s veterinary hospital saved her life. flag Though she bears scars and has not fully regrown her fur, Teo, who was just months from retirement, now lives as a family pet in Auckland. flag Her survival was credited to protective boots, quick response, and dedicated veterinary care. flag Johannsen, a 13-year police veteran, expressed sorrow over not finding missing teacher Jayleb-Che Dean, but praised the support from Dean’s family. flag The Rotorua police dog unit is being strengthened with two new teams beginning duties in the Bay of Plenty region.

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