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Military Working Dogs in Action

Images of military working dogs being trained, resting, or showcased during demonstrations with handlers in various settings.

Debra, 45th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits to jump onto a HH60G Pave Hawk on Aug. 23, 2022, Patrick Space Force Base, Fla. MWDs go through exercises to maintain training and ensure mission readiness.
Debra, 45th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits to jump onto a HH60G Pave Hawk on Aug. 23, 2022, Patrick Space Force Base, Fla. MWDs go through exercises to maintain training and ensure mission readiness.
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U.S. soldiers with the 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade rescue a dog stranded by flooding near Benton, Pennsylvania, August 13, 2018.
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030404-M-5607A-002. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Country: Iraq (IRQ)
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060128-A-1526R-022. Base: Poptun State: Peten Country: Guatemala (GTM)
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Nicholas Buchan, a K-9 officer assigned to ProMedica Security, brings out Jozef, a K-9 assigned to ProMedica Security, to practice suspect apprehension at the Ohio National Guards 180th Fighter Wing in Swanton, Ohio, July 21, 2022. The K-9 officers visited the 180FW to learn about the units security forces mission, sharing best practices and strengthening community partnerships.
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Bandit, a military working dog, waits patiently for Sgt. Shane Nickerson, a military working dog handler with Military Police Support Company, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., whos from Rayland, Ohio, to make a threatening move so he can disable Nickerson with a ferocious bite as part of a demonstration at Boston Common May 3. The demonstration was during the first day of Marine Week Boston, which honors and recognizes the contributions of Marines, including Boston-based hometown heroes and their families.
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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ruben Castellonamezquita, a mountain warfare instructor with Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MCMWTC), Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, leads a mule during Mountain Exercise (MTX) 1-23 at MCMWTC, Bridgeport, California, Sept. 23, 2022. The purpose of the animal packers course is to teach personnel the necessary skills to enable them to load and maintain pack animals for military applications in remote and dangerous environments. Horses and pack animals were used during the initial phase of operations in Afghanistan, post-9/11.
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Security personnel with bomb detecting dogs in action around sidewalks, bushes, parked vehicles outside Harry S. Truman Building
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NORFOLK, Va. (Jan. 16, 2024)- A Sailor assigned to the Tridents of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, reunites with his family after returning to Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia, Jan. 16, following a more than eight-month deployment with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group. While deployed, the squadron accomplished flying over 2,200 flight hours, executing 46 days of vertical replenishment evolutions, moving over 500 personnel, and executing six tactical evacuations.
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Shanna McCarter, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, poses for a photo with MWD Dina at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. McCarter was a police officer for several years before she joined the Air Force and said she wanted to continue being a cop because she enjoys helping and protecting the community.
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Pfc. Chesty XVI, mascot of the Marine Corps walks back to his seat during a promotion ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, December 13th, 2022. Chesty XVI, was promoted to the rank of Private First Class by the Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy.
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brady Sloup, 23rd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Zafira, MWD, inspect the auditorium for simulated explosives as part of a certification course at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Feb. 2, 2024. Zafira is one of the 23rd SFSs newest K-9s who underwent bomb detection certification to enhance base security. Air Force
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Senior Airman Christopher Allen, 66th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, watches as his working dog, Qquail, leaps through an obstacle toward Staff Sgt. Mark Devine, 66 SFS MWD trainer, during an outdoor training session at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., Jan. 24. Military canines provide SFS personnel with drug and explosive detection as well as specialized missions for the Department of Defense and other government agencies.
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A U.S. Army Soldier with the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, New Jersey Army National Guard, scratches a service dog at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Jan. 28, 2024. More than 1,500 NJARNG Soldiers are traveling to Fort Bliss, Texas, for additional training prior to deploying to Southwest Asia in support of U.S. Central Commands Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve. This is the largest deployment of New Jersey Army National Guard Soldiers since 2008.
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U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MCMWTC), Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, and 8th Engineer Support Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, load gear onto a mule during Mountain Exercise (MTX) 1-23 at MCMWTC, Bridgeport, California, Sept. 23, 2022. The purpose of the animal packers course is to teach personnel the necessary skills to enable them to load and maintain pack animals for military applications in remote and dangerous environments, as a tool of irregular warfare.
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Spanish police dog training. Barcelona. Spain 2013
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Arro, a highly trained military drug dog, sniffs a van to detect the presence of illegal narcotics. Sergeant Richard W. Thompson, a member of the Fort McClellan Military Police Company, is Arro's handler. Base: Fort Mcclellan State: Alabama (AL) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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Educators with Recruiting Stations Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee, and Twin Cities participating in the 2024 Educators Workshop receive a demonstration on the role of K-9 military working dogs on Feb. 20, 2024 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California. Participants of the workshop visit MCRD San Diego to observe recruit training and gain a better understanding about the transformation from recruits to United States Marines. Marine Corps
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Honorary 1st Class Petty Officer military working dog Dolar and his adopted family, Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Petty Officer Jonathon Koop and Miranda Koop pose for a photo with his farewell gift of bones, treats and other toys after his retirement ceremony July 21, 2022.
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Coast Guard Structures - Air Stations - New Orleans - 26-HK-95-155. AIRSTA NOLA--CG rescue swimmer washing dog, with other personnel nearby outside building. Hurricane Katrina
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210911-N-GR718-0501CORONADO, Calif. (Sept. 11, 2022) A West Coast-based Navy Special Warfare canine handler showcases the capabilities of a multipurpose canine during a Naval Special Warfare Family Day event at Silver Strand Training Complex. Naval Special Warfare values the self-sacrifice and commitment of families who support and empower our most important asset - our people. Since 1962, Naval Special Warfare has been the nations highly reliable and lethal maritime special operations force - always ready to conduct full-spectrum operations in support of national objectives.
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, poses for a photo with Marines of Service Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion at MCRD San Diego, Dec. 12, 2022. Manny was named after Sgt. Johnny R. Manuelito, one of the 'original 29' Navajo Code Talkers.
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Rothenburg Police School
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Security personnel with bomb detecting dogs in action around sidewalks, bushes, parked vehicles outside Harry S. Truman Building
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USAF STAFF Sergeant Terry Baucum, 100th Security Forces Squadron, RAF Mildenhall, gets chased down by 5-year old patrol dog Astra during the apprehension competition. Baucum and Astra participated in the 1ST Inter-Service United Kingdom K-9 Trials held at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom. The competition was held between dog handlers from the Royal Air Force Police Dog Section out of RAF Marham, 100th Security Forces Squadron out of RAF Mildenhall and 48th Security Forces Squadron out RAF Lakenheath. Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE
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040116-F-1545M-004. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Tallil Air Base State: Dhi Qar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF
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Storm, a K-9 assigned to ProMedica Security, searches for hidden training weapon parts during a practice search at the Ohio National Guards 180th Fighter Wing in Swanton, Ohio, July 21, 2022. The K-9 officers visited the 180FW to learn about the units security forces mission, sharing best practices and strengthening community partnerships.
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STAFF Sergeant Steve Carpenter of USA Medical Detachment Veterinary Services, Fort Eustis, Va. offers food and comfort to one of the pet dogs arriving from Naval Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba during Operation Sincere Welcome. Subject Operation/Series: SINCERE WELCOME Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Margie Taylor, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) handler, pets Bella, 35th SFS MWD, while an attendee takes a photo during the Misawa Air Fest at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2022. MWDs are essential to the Air Force mission by providing explosive and drug searches, search and recovery, and suspect apprehension. The air show gave community members an opportunity to see various aircraft, meet military personnel and observe ground and aerial demonstrations, encompassing the power of the joint and bilateral forces.
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DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory - MWD Timi, assigned to U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia, poses for a portrait at Navy Support Facility Security Jan. 29, 2024. NSF Diego Garcias mission is to provide critical support to U.S. and allied forces forward deployed to the Indian Ocean, while supporting multi-theater forces operating in the CENTCOM, AFRICOM, EUCOM and PACOM areas of responsibilities in support of overseas contingency operations.
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, right, the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, poses for a photo with Cpl. Kaitlyn Longoria with Service Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion at MCRD San Diego, Dec. 12, 2022. Manny was named after Sgt. Johnny R. Manuelito, one of the 'original 29' Navajo Code Talkers.
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Military Working Dog Roxy waits for her handlers instructions during the First Annual United States Forces Korea K9 Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 28, 2022. The purpose of the competition was to get together the best of the best MWDs on the peninsula to compete and showcase their capabilities. Handlers and dogs were judged on detection, obedience, controlled aggression and bite work, as well as determining the hardest hitting and fastest dog.
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3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Soldiers perform Twilight Tattoo for service member's friends and family, on Summerall Field, Joint Base Myer Henderson-Hall, Va., April 27, 2022. This performance is the final rehearsal of the hour-long pageant to showcase the rich history of the U.S. Army.
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ESU Incident Command Post New Orleans - Katrina Sector - 26-HK-305-37. Hurricane Katrina
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Miscellaneous - Katrina and Rita - 26-HK-431-51. Hurricane Katrina
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U.S. Ambassador Jeffry Flake, U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, right, and Cheryl Flake, his wife, left, pose for a photo with a member of the United States Agency for International Developments Disaster Assistance Response Team and his search and rescue dog after they arrived at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Feb 8, 2023. Ambassador Flake visited Incirlik AB to greet members of the USAID team, following a series of earthquakes that struck central-southern Türkiye on Feb 6, 2023. As Ambassador to Türkiye, Flake holds the highest civilian position as The Chief of Mission, and impacts the communication and resources of U.S. personnel, advancing the U.S. foreign policy goals. As a fellow NATO ally, the U.S. Government mobilized personnel to assist in Türkiye in their response efforts.
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Private Chesty XVI, the U.S. Marine Corps mascot, attends the ribbon cutting ceremony at Modern Day Marine 2022 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, May 10, 2022. The Modern Day Marine expo brings together Marines, veterans, and industry partners to collaborate on the innovations and capabilities that ensure the Marine Corps remains capable of winning tomorrows battles.
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JOINT EXPEDITIONARY BASE LITTLE CREEK FORT STORY, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (August 18, 2022) Cmdr. Tracey Krauss, officer in charge (OIC) and public health specialty Leader at Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit (NMRTU) Norfolk, sits on the floor alongside "Patty Mac", a facilities dog, often referred to as a stress dog, during a Professional Development (PRODEV) training at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek Fort Story (JEBLCFS) today.
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Airmen of the 168th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard, volunteer with community partners to serve other Veterans during the 2022 Veterans Stand Down at Pioneer Park Civic Center in Fairbanks, Alaska. The VA Stand Down allows Veterans to receive medical care, information on local community services, food, and winter gear. The event brings the Veterans and the Community together to give back to Veterans while enjoying music, raffles, meals, camaraderie, and services. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey)
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Stockholm, Sweden Oct 9, 2024 Military personel show off a doll training dog to train in medcial emergencies during a seven country Nato training mission.
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Miscellaneous - Coast Guard Operations - 26-HK-434-100. Hurricane Katrina
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, the mascot for Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, and the Western Recruiting Region, poses for a picture before the 2022 Boot Camp Challenge at MCRD San Diego, Oct. 22, 2022. Manny attended the annual event to support the participants of the 3-mile obstacle course run throughout the depot.
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U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, and the Western Recruiting Region, poses for a photo during a Headquarters and Service Battalion (HQSVCBN) holiday party at MCRD San Diego, Dec. 3, 2022. HQSVCBN hosted a holiday party for Marines, Sailors, and families to strengthen family bonds, foster espirt de corps and celebrate the holiday season.