Search and Rescue Canine Jackson and Handler Receive Recognition
November 28, 2025 – Calaveras County Sheriff's Office officials report that on November 25, 2025, members from the community and the 
Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office gathered to honor the service and life of Calaveras County Volunteer Search and Rescue Canine Jackson.
Canine Jackson proudly served with distinction for seven years as a vital member of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Volunteer Search and Rescue Team. Known for his exceptional sense of smell, unwavering focus, and tireless work ethic, Jackson exemplified the positive qualities that make search and rescue dogs invaluable assets to public safety efforts.
Throughout his career, Jackson earned a total of four distinguished certifications, reflecting his extensive training and specialization: from 2018 to 2024, he was certified as an area and large source cadaver and area canine; between 2020 and 2023, he received certification in small source cadaver detection, with additional water certification secured from 2023 to 2025. These certifications are recognized standards within the search and rescue community, highlighting his skill set across multiple demanding environments.
Jackson and his handler, Robyn Berwick, responded to 46 search and rescue missions, were responsible for five successful finds, and provided crucial clues that significantly assisted other search teams.
Source: Calaveras County Sheriff's Office
Calaveras County Search & Rescue announces the passing of Search and Rescue K9Jackson.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jackson, one of our Search and Rescue K9s. Jackson was certified from January 2018 up until his retirement at the end of August 2025. He was deployed on 46 searches and had 5 finds. He was certified in area, cadaver, and water recovery — he also assisted with evidence searches. Jackson was not only a part of our Calaveras Search and Rescue team, but he also served as part of CARDA - California Rescue Dog Association.
Our thoughts are with Jackson’s handler and team member, Robyn. Jackson will be greatly missed.
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Source & photo: Calaveras County Search & Rescue
