First Landing K9 Search & Rescue, Inc

Update on Bueno

Bueno has officially started the next phase of his medical journey. He is currently at Bridger Veterinary Specialists in Bozeman, Montana, where the team is conducting extensive diagnostic testing, including MRI and additional evaluations.

Before surgery can safely move forward, they need to rule out several underlying or complicating factors. While this means more testing up front, it is the most responsible and medically sound path to ensure the best possible outcome for him.

Just to begin this process, a $7,000 deposit was required for diagnostics alone. Surgery is very much in the near future, and these steps are critical in determining the exact surgical plan and long-term prognosis.

This is not an easy road, but it is forward motion—and it would not be possible without the incredible support, generosity, and encouragement from so many of you. Every message, share, donation, and kind word truly matters more than I can express.

We still have a long way to go, but we are finally moving toward answers and solutions. I will continue to share updates as we learn more.

From the bottom of my heart—thank you for standing with Bueno.

Lenny end of watch 11/27/2025 Fly free sweet boy

K9 BUENO: 2025 ANIMAL HERO OF THE YEAR — A TESTAMENT TO RESCUE & RECOVERY PARTNERSHIPS

K9 Bueno, a dedicated member of the National Center for Missing & Endangered, Inc. (HRD K9 Team), has proven to be a fearless partner in disaster response and a steadfast advocate for families seeking closure. Honored as the 2025 Animal Hero by the Virginia Veterinary Medical Association, Bueno has supported missions across multiple states, including post-Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in 2024–2025, often alongside his handler Brandy.

In the face of large-scale disasters, Bueno and Brandy have helped families find closure by locating human remains and assisting ongoing follow-up cases. The National Center for Missing & Endangered, Inc. proudly celebrates Bueno’s achievements and his unwavering commitment to every mission.

Join us in congratulating K9 Bueno on being named the 2025 Animal Hero of the Year. If you’d like to support our mission and the families we serve, consider sharing this post.

Between 3 searches over the past 3 weeks we were able to get a certification knocked out in between.

From Michel Galliot, ASCTI Instructor.

Join me to congratulate our four new ASCTI , members. They have taken the LEO handler class and passed their field certification for HRD.

It was a great pleasure for me to work with them and I am looking forward to continue their education towards higher goals.

From left to right: David Fleenor/K9 Argo with K9 Alert SAR Dogs VA - Venus Amira Armond/K9 Avi with Chesapeake Search Dogs MD - Victoria Miller/K9 Salty with North Florida Search Team FL - Brandy Eggeman/K9 Bueno with First Landing K9 Search & Rescue VA