Introducing the TacMed Simulation Canine Medical Trainer, K9 HERO, a cutting-edge full-body skills trainer designed for Operational Canine First Responders, Military Working Dog handlers, Veterinarians, and veterinary technicians. Developed in collaboration with the Department of Defense, K9 HERO offers a realistic training experience for both beginners and seasoned professionals.

Crafted to resemble a Belgian Malinois, the exterior of the simulator is meticulously hand-sculpted and covered in durable, non-staining synthetic fur. K9 HERO enables learners to practice critical life-saving tasks, including airway management, needle decompression, hemostasis, IV insertion, Intraosseous infusion, CPR, tracheostomy, and bandaging—all within lifelike training scenarios.

Key Features:

• Packable wound simulation
• Pulse simulation
• Realistic airway management
• Movable jaw for lifelike responses
• Intubation training
• Breathing response simulation
• Tracheostomy practice
• Needle decompression (thoracocentesis) exercises
• CPR simulations with full chest compressions
• Realistic IV and Intraosseous training sites
• Adjustable femoral pulses with remote control

Product Details:

• Realistic weight of 50lbs
• Remote-controlled with real-time sensor feedback
• Life-like airway accepting 10-12mm ET tubes
• Bag ventilation causing chest and stomach movement
• IV and Intraosseous training sites with flash feedback
• Bleeding saphenous wound requiring direct pressure
• Tracheostomy simulator with multi-layered tissue insert
• Remote control for easy customization of features
• Operated by a single Makita 12V Li-ion battery
• Rugged exterior for use in diverse training environments
• Easy care and maintenance

Remote Controlled with Real-time Sensor Data

Operated by a user-friendly long-range remote control, K9 HERO provides real-time telemetry for monitoring medical interventions. The intuitive software offers quick learning, with LED indicators and LCD readouts delivering instant feedback on student interventions. Instructors can modify features such as pulse rate, pulse strength, and bleeding with push-button control, making K9 HERO a state-of-the-art training tool for canine medical scenarios.

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