Drone Usage: Animal Rescue

What is happening? The uses of drones continues to expand and laws may or may not be keeping up. This week we learn that Colorado authorities used drones to locate a golden retriever that ran off into the mountains after a car accident 3 months ago.

Why is this important? Some laws limit drones flying over private property, and may not allow for exceptions like looking for missing pets. How does your state law stack up? Can drones be sued to look for missing pets, even if those drones fly over private property?

How will this be important? Animal advocates will want to make sure that laws and ordinances in their area allow for looking for missing animals.

Daily Paws | Drone Helps Rescue ‘Miracle’ Golden Retriever Who Was Missing for 3 Months in Colorado Countryside