Military Working Dogs in Action

Photos of military working dogs with their handlers during various training scenarios and ceremonies, showcasing their roles in security.

Doni, 4th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, wears the Meritorious Service Medal during his retirement ceremony at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2022. A Meritorious Service Medal is a military award presented to those who distinguished themselves by outstanding meritorious achievement or service.

Doni, 4th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, wears the Meritorious Service Medal during his retirement ceremony at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2022. A Meritorious Service Medal is a military award presented to those who distinguished themselves by outstanding meritorious achievement or service.

Staff Sgt. Jason Albrecht runs military working dog, Markey, through an obstacle course July 13, 2011, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., during an obedience training session. Albrecht is a senior military working dog handler assigned to the 20th Security Forces Squadron, and Markey is a military working dog.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler, 432nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands with Military Working Dog Zecki at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Sept. 7, 2022. Tyler and Zecki were participating in a training exercise with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Matt Howard, 51st Security Forces Squadron (SFS), and three year-old K-9 partner Sjaak, make a routine bomb inspection of vehicles around the building used for press briefings, during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

Staff Sgt Marshall Rains, 5th Security Forces Squadron dog handler, shows the strength of their military working dog by demonstrating a bite takedown for a group of elementary kids at Dakota Elementary school, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, May 25, 2022. Training for military working dogs begins when they are eight weeks old and is five months long.

U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog, Bolt, waits with his handler to begin preparation for his Root canal surgery, Sept 20, 2022, at the 379th Expeditionary Medical Group clinic on Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. As Bolt is trained for bite work, keeping his teeth in tip top shape is of paramount importance.

A Soldier demonstrates military working dog training for members of a USO Tour visiting Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, to entertain troops, July 4, 2019. Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, chef, National Guard Bureau, is hosting a USO Tour, visiting troops in six countries in three combatant commands.

Tako, a Military Working Dog (MWD) Drug Detector with the 436th Security Forces Squadron, rests posts-training at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Feb. 23, 2024. Certified MWDs contribute to security measures against narcotics. Toni's training encompasses the detection of heroin, marijuana, and methamphetamine. Air Force

030616-F-1342R-058. Base: Minot Air Force Base State: North Dakota (ND) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

U.S. Air Force 60th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, Aarapahoe, remains alert for the next command during a training session at Travis Air Force Base, California, Aug. 11, 2022. MWD handlers personally train their assigned canine in law enforcement procedures, including how to detect drugs and explosives.

U.S. Air Force 92nd Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog Ricsi receives safety goggles and a muzzle in preparation for UH-1N Huey training at Fairchild Air Force Base, Oct. 25, 2022. MWD's complete this training to ensure they have experience in a helicopter for overseas exercises.

Zafira, U.S. Air Force military working dog assigned to the 23rd Security Forces Squadron, searches for simulated explosive residue as part of a certification course at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Feb. 2, 2024. MWDs are trained to detect bombs, an integral part of base defense and security. Air Force

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Morris, 97th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) handler, trains with Dex, 97th SFS MWD, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, May 13, 2022. MWDs deploy with their handlers to protect installations and transports using their heightened senses.

Senior Airman Steve Hanks hoists Ada up in the air after she clamped down on the bite sleeve as part of a working dog demonstration Oct. 20, 2010, at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. The demonstration was part of a base tour for high school and college students ready to enlist in the Air Force. Airman Hanks is a military working dog handler with the 55th Security Forces Squadron.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Mason Avers, military working dog handler, Provost Marshal Office, Security Battalion, completes training drills with military working dog (MWD) Panda C355 on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2022. The purpose of training is to help maintain the MWD's commands and perform substance detection.

Military Working Dog Erik conducts bite working demonstration during the Local Integrated Response Plan public display Sept. 12, 2022, in Harlowtown, Mont. Malmstroms K-9s are in constant training from the day they become a part of the Air Force in Lackland, Texas to the day they retire.

U.S. Air Force military working dog Mindi, assigned to the 409th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, lies next to her handler following a demonstration at Air Base 201, Niger, Jan. 27, 2024. The capability demonstration was held for members of the 406th Air Expeditionary Wing leadership team at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, who visited to show support to deployed troops.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Jerald Harris (handling the dog) and Curtis Locke (foreground) train Dan, a military working dog, Jan. 21, 2011, at Lajes Field, Azores. Sergeant Harris, a K-9 handler, and Sergeant Locke, a kennel master and trainer, are both assigned to the 65th Security Forces Squadron.

020806-M-3843B-001. Base: Mcas, Beaufort State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Cpl. Kody Knecht, a military working dog handler with the 226th Military Police Detachment, participates in training with his service dog Bico, during a visit from West Point Cadets at Fort Hood, July 27, 2022. Military working dog handlers are responsible for training and caring for their service dog. These service dogs are used in both combat operations, law enforcement, and installation security.

Military working dogs and their handlers, assigned to the 95th Military Police Detachment, prepare to conduct load training with a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 2-158 Assault Helicopter Battalion, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. on Apr. 20, 2022. The load training was meant to help familiarize the dogs and their handlers with performing their mission with aviation support.

U.S. Air Force retired military working dog, Max, stands with his owner during the Vietnam Security Police Association annual reunion, Oct. 7, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. During his career, Max trained and was proficient in law enforcement procedures, including how to detect drugs and explosives.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Apr. 8, 2022) - Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Caitlyn Fetter, a Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and MWD Nitro, search for hidden explosives during an explosive detection training evolution at NSA Souda Bay, Crete, Apr. 8, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

Families enjoy a day at the base for the 507th Air Refueling Wing's 50th Anniversary Family Day celebration April 30, 2022, at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

Staff Sgt. Ariel Sison, 99th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, searches for explosive components with GGrief, 99 SFS MWD, during detection training at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, August 18, 2022. Security Forces specialists go through extensive training in law enforcement and combat tactics to protect bases.

The start of Operation Total Force Impact took place in Sao Paulo, in the Anhangabau Valley, reinforcing the commitment to public safety and preserving order! In Sao Paulo, the operation focuses on combating vehicle theft and robbery, drug trafficking and environmental crimes, in addition to intensifying traffic control. The official launch took place today at 3 pm in the Anhangabau Valley, with 424 police officers and 203 vehicles.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Max J. Noel, a combat videographer with Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, escorts Cpl. Manny, the mascot for Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, and the Western Recruiting Region, during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, Sept. 2, 2022. Graduation took place at the completion of the 12- week transformation including training for drill, marksminship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions.

A U.S. Marine Cops military working dog team participates in the 2010 Hawaiian Islands Working Dog Competition at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Nov. 19, 2010. U.S. Soldiers, Airmen, Marines, Transportation Security Administration and Hawaii Police Department personnel participated in the weeklong competition, which was sponsored by the 728th Military Police Battalion and the 13th Military Police Detachment.

Law enforcement canine exercises on the occasion of the U.S. Park Police "K-9 Graduation"

021014-F-4649H-008. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WATCH Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR)

U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Nolan Dayne Schnidt, military working dog handler, Provost Marshal Office, Security Battalion, and Cpl. Mason Avers, military working dog handler, Provost Marshal Office, Security Battalion, performs bite work training drills with military working dog (MWD) Robby Z096 on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2022. The purpose of training is to help maintain the MWD's commands and perform substance detection.

SRA Walter Feno of the 11th Security Forces Squadron, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC rewards his K-9 partner "Luke" during the Joint Services Open House 2000. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A dog greets a Virginia Army National Guard Soldier assigned to the Manassas-based 229th Military Police Company, 529th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 329th Regional Support Group, while on a walk Jan. 10, 2021, in Washington, D.C. National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from several states have traveled to the National Capital Region to provide support to federal and district authorities leading up to the 59th Presidential Inauguration.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Ivan Perez, a military working dog handler, leads his partner, Jack, a military working dog, with Provost Marshal's Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, over an obstacle on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, May 26, 2022. Perez and Jack, an 80-pound German Shepherd, specializing in explosives detection, have trained together for nearly a year. PMO K-9 teams are on continuous shifts on all bases in Okinawa, trained and prepared for emergencies such as suspect apprehension, pursuit attacks, building searches, field scouting, drug and explosives detection.

Senior Airman Georgina Silva, 8th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler and MWD Dirty prepare to apprehend a mock perpetrator at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea Feb. 8, 2024. Silva won the Pride of the Pack for the week of Feb. 5-9 for her work in safeguarding Kunsan AB assets and personnel. Air Force

U.S. Army Sgt. Warren Bolden with the 131st Military Working Dog Detachment, Combined Military Working Dog Detachment - Europe, holds a Soldier down on the ground at the Rheinlander Club, Baumholder, Germany, May 11, for the 2022 International Working Dog Competition. The dog and handler were given a patrolling scenario where they were graded on how well they reacted to a series of different variables on the course.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jeremiah Leplante, a dog handler with the Provost Marshal's Office, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, patrols during the 39th Beirut Memorial Observance Ceremony at Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Oct. 23, 2022. The memorial observance is held annually on Oct. 23 to remember the lives lost due to the terrorist attacks at U.S. Marine Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon and Grenada.

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant George L. Hern, 363rd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, and his police dog inspect the trunk of a vehicle as part of the routine security searches performed daily at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia, on October 23rd, 2000. SSGT Hern is part of the coalition force here to support Operation SOUTHERN WATCH, a military effort to enforce the no-fly and no-drive zone in Southern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Prince Sultan Air Base Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

Staff Sgt. Mckenzie Langan, a military working dog handler assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, trains with her MWD, Adja, in the 380th ESFS obedience yard, October 20, 2022 at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. By practicing in the obedience yard, handlers can ensure their MWD is familiar with different obstacles so they are not impeded by new terrain on the job.

040504-F-9528H-004. Base: Avon Park Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Air Mobility Command

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Keith, 432nd Security Forces Squadron kennel master, and military working dog JoJo listen to JoJos career accomplishments during his retirement at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 3, 2022. Military working dogs are trained to detect explosives and drugs, deter threats and protect their handlers.

A US Air Force security dog waits for the next drill. US Air Force security specialists are working with US Marine Corps personnel on a riot training drill. The Marines are training with US Air Force dog handlers and their attack dogs. Subject Operation/Series: OPERATION SEA SIGNAL Base: Guantanamo Bay Country: Cuba (CUB)

030828-F-9032T-002. Base: RAF Feltwell Country: United Kingdom (GBR)

Sgt. Justin R. Pereira, from Gooding, Idaho, and Laika 5, a Tactical Explosives Detection Dog with 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, provide security as Afghan Border Police break ground on a new checkpoint March 25, in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan. The ABP moved to the new location to block an insurgent infiltration route.

970501-F-1193J-504. Base: Banjaluka Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH)

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Apr. 8, 2022) - Nitro, a Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay Military Working Dog, reaches the top of the stairs during obedience course training at NSA Souda Bay, Crete, Apr. 8, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

020809-F-3873G-003. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown

Staff Sgt. Russell Postmus, 8th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, and MWD Ricky, address the crow before a display during Police Week 2022 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 18, 2022. MWD displays help educate the base about the dangers of disobeying the commands of defenders.

Law enforcement canine exercises on the occasion of the U.S. Park Police "K-9 Graduation"

US Air Force security specialists work with US Marine Corps personnel on a riot training drill. The Marines are training with US Air Force dog handlers and their attack dogs. Subject Operation/Series: OPERATION SEA SIGNAL Base: Guantanamo Bay Country: Cuba (CUB)

A search and rescue dog from the Southern Waukesha County Canine Search and Rescue takes part in a Wisconsin Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Enhanced Response Force Package exercise May 14, 2022 at the Fox Valley Technical College, Public Safety Training Center, Appleton, Wisconsin. The exercise included setting up a field medical site, providing search and rescue for casualties, and hoisting casualties via UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters to the field medical site to be treated.

Policeman, sniffer dog or patrol a crime scene on field, first responder or law enforcement for investigation in k9 unit. Emergency response, canine and search for rescue and animal for human scent

Straight on medium shot as US Air Force Techincal Sergeant Leonardo Castro acts out the part of the aggressor towards SENIOR AIRMAN Scott W. Titkemeier, 31st Security Forces while "Allan" reacts and lunges toward the "criminal." The K-9 unit at Aviano Air Base, Italy exercise and preform training with the dogs daily to keep them proficient. Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA)

Tuxx, 366th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, rests between commands on Oct. 5, 2022 outside of Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. MWDs provide security to Airmen stationed at MHAFB, as well as deployed Airmen across the world, and are trained daily to ensure they are ready to complete any mission.

U.S. Air Force Defenders with the 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, pose for a photo with Hank, a military working dog with the 378th ESFS, on Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, May 18, 2022. Not all MWD are trained on subduing criminals, but always make sure to ask their handler before approaching or petting. The K9 demonstration was part of Police Week, May 16 - 20.

A Multi-Purpose Canine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC), prepares for Zodiac boat training inserts on Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 9, 2016. MARSOC specializes in direct action, special reconnaissance and foreign internal defense and has also been directed to conduct counter-terrorism, and information operations.

RAF Corporal Robert Gavin, a dog handler from the Royal Air Force Police Dog Section out of RAF Marham, and his 4-year old patrol dog, Jacko, look for people hiding under boxes. Gavin and Jacko participated in the box search competition, during the 1ST Inter-Service United Kingdom K-9 Trails 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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US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Frank Torres, Military Working Dog Handler, assigned to the 568th Security Forces Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, and Lux, search doors during the building search portion of the 2001 Ramstein, K-9 Competition on January 22, 2001. Eleven teams from Ramstein are competing to determine who will represent their base in the United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) competition and then go on to represent the command at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, and the Department of Defense MWD competition. US Air Force Staff Sergeant Frank Torres, Military Working Dog Handler, assigned to the 568th Security Forces Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, and Lux, search doors during the building search portion of the 2001 Ramstein, K-9 Competition on January 22, 2001. Eleven teams from Ramstein are competing to determine who will represent their base in the United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) competition and then go on to represent the command at Lackland Air

Law enforcement canine exercises on the occasion of the U.S. Park Police "K-9 Graduation"

070322-M-6412C-023. Complete Scene Caption: U.S. Marine Corps SGT. Jose R. Zepeda from Rosenberg, Texas who is attached to Task Force 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines patrols the streets of Zaidon, Iraq in search of Anti Iraqi Force activity with his Military Working Dog Jjaycee during Operation Zaidon II on March 22nd, 2007. Task Force 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines is conducting Operation Zaidon II in Zaidon, Iraq to clear the city of Anti Iraqi Forces and deny them further use of the area in the future. Regimental Combat Team 6 is deployed with Multi National Forces-West in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in the Anbar Province of Iraq to develop Iraqi Security Forces, facilitate the development of official rule of law through democratic reforms, and continue the development of a market based economy centered on Iraqi reconstruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Samuel D. Corum) (Released) Subject Operation/Series: ZAIDON Base: Zaidon State: Al Anbar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Co

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego mascot, attends a Marine family range day at Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton on June 23, 2022. Manny is named after Sgt. Johnny R. Manuelito, one of the 'original 29' Navajo Code Talkers.

Airmen with the 28th Security Forces Squadron K-9 unit demonstrate procedures for apprehending a suspect at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., April 19, 2022. Security Forces performed these procedures as an educational show for the Douglas High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.

A Military Working Dog assigned to the 87th Security Forces Squadron prepares to fly on a CH-53E assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 49 at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. on Oct. 16, 2022. Defenders with 87th SFS K-9 section took part in a joint training with Marines to familiarize the Military Working Dogs with the transportation by helicopter. This skillset was developed for the qualification purposes of bomb detection in deployed environments, where certain terrain may only be accessible by air transportation.

A U.S. Air Force 92nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog prepares to perform demonstrations during the Fairchild Skyfest 2022 airshow at Fairchild Air Force base, Washington, May 14, 2022. Fairchild Skyfest 2022 offered a unique view of Team Fairchild's role in enabling Rapid Global Mobility for the U.S. Air Force.

Police Officers Searching Field With Police Dog

Military working dog Tusko is rewarded by handler Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Davis, 75th Security Forces Squadron, during his retirement April 1, 2022, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Tusko served nine years as a narcotics detection dog.

United States Marine and military working dog during a combat operation in Afghanistan's Helmand Province

110401-N-AT101-019GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (April 1, 2011) Army Veterinary Technician Staff Sgt. Jamie Jackson, left, assigned to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, draws blood from Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Olga Olivos dog, Gino, while Army Pvt. Kerstin Mundy provides assistance at the Guantanamo Bay Veterinary Treatment Facility. The facility provides treatment to pets of members assigned to Naval Station Guantanamo, as well as treatment to wildlife found on both the Naval Station and Joint Task Force areas of the base.

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Elizabeth Mahoney, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, pets a dog during the 80th Women Airforce Service Pilot Homecoming in Sweetwater, Texas, April 30, 2022. Members of the 317th Airlift Wing participated in the event to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the WASP program along with the U.S. militarys past, present and future female aviators.

U.S. Air Force military working dog Mika, receives her retirement patch, April 10, 2023, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Mika, retired after 9 years of service.

020315-F-4406B-014. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

031215-F-7234P-007. Base: Baghdad International Airport Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: 447TH AIR EXPEDITIONARY GROUP

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tommi Jones, 319th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, plays with his retired MWD partner Tomi after his retirement ceremony Jan. 12, 2023, on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Tomi trained every day after his patrols to ensure his skills remained current and ended the day playing with his handler.

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- Sparky, a sled dog belonging to Iditarod musher Aliy Zirkle, visits with Alaska Air National Guard Capt. Kelly Buschelman, 210th Rescue Squadron, June 28, 2021, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Airmen of 210th Rescue Squadron and 212th Rescue Squadron rescued Zirkle March 9 at the Iditarod Rohn checkpoint after she suffered a head injury.

031015-F-4350W-001. Base: RAF Feltwell Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

A military police dog sits beside his issued protective gear, which includes a flak jacket, safety goggles and booties made for canines.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Apr. 8, 2022) - Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Caitlyn Fetter, a Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, observes her MWD Nitro during an explosive detection training evolution at NSA Souda Bay, Crete, Apr. 8, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

Law enforcement canine exercises on the occasion of the U.S. Park Police "K-9 Graduation"

ESU Incident Command Post New Orleans - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-309-140. Hurricane Katrina

A U.S. Marine Corps military working dog handler assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron inspect baggages on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, June 2, 2022. The H&HS provides administrative support and conducts training in general military skills for over 800 Marines and Sailors assigned to the Air Station.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Toby, a U.S. Marine Corps military working dog with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, prepares for a demonstration for U.S. Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets during a tour of MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, April 6, 2023. During the tour, cadets received a military working dog demonstration, visited the air traffic control tower, and saw a static display on the flight line as part of a visit to the base to familiarize them with air station operations and everyday life in the military.

031109-F-7234P-032. Base: Baghdad International Airport Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: 447th Air Expeditionary Group

ESU Incident Command Post New Orleans - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-309-13. Hurricane Katrina

220809-N-EJ241-1023DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory (August 9, 2022) - Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jean Carrire, a military working dog (MWD) handler assigned to U.S. Navy Support Facility (NSF) Diego Garcia, guides Kiwi, an MWD, during a certification and training exercise. Handlers and MWDs navigate training courses to help them learn to strengthen their weaknesses and communicate with each other more quickly and efficiently through verbal and nonverbal commands and positive reinforcements.

060427-A-6365W-283. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Forward Operating Base Remagen State: Baghdad Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: 101ST

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kaitlynd Newland, a military working dog handler with the 673d Security Forces Squadron, introduces MWD Zzakira to medical responders at the medical training facility on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 1, 2022. The 673d Medical Group held its first-ever Joint Tactical Combat Casualty Care-K-9 course geared toward exposing military emergency providers, doctors, and independent medical technicians to basic emergency medical care for military working dogs. The hands-on course touched on shock treatment; respiratory distress; blast, burn, crush injuries and many more.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dylan Fowler, a military working dog handler with Provost Marshals Office, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, poses for a photo with an Okinawa resident during the Annual Urasoe City Tedako walk on Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 17, 2024. The 20-kilometer course took over 2,100 participants on a path through Camp Kinser and the surrounding community. The Tedako walk is an annual event designed to foster relationships with the local community and to promote physical fitness. Fowler is a native of Maine. Marine Corps

Corporal Danielle Weaver, a Military Working Dog trainer with the 341st Training Squadron, practices bite-work with her MWD at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on April 21, 2022. The 341st Training Squadron trains MWDs and handlers for the Department of Defense, enhancing the lethality and readiness of the Total Force.

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Bruno, the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and Western Recruiting Region mascot, is greeted by guests during Echo Companys family day event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Feb. 8, 2024. Brunos role as the depot mascot is to boost morale, participate in events, and partake in community relations engagements in the San Diego area. Marine Corps

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region mascot, hunts eggs during an Easter celebration at Camp Pendleton, California, April 16, 2022. The event was hosted by Weapons and Field Training Battalion, and consisted of an egg hunt, food, bouncy houses, a raffle, games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

A kindly new friend, Bee Bee, greets Oregon Army National Guard Spc. Megan Jedrzejewski a medic with the 1249th Engineer Battalion as she prepares to give the COVID-19 vaccine during a mass vaccination clinic, Jan. 23, 2021 for Lane County residents in Eugene, Ore. The clinic is a drive through-hybrid model with cars checking in, filling out paperwork, and then move to designated vaccination stations. (National Guard

U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Manny, the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, and the Western Recruiting Region, grapples with a tree branch during the ATLAS Games with his Marines at MCRD San Diego, Sept. 22, 2022. Manny and Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion participated in the first event of the ATLAS games for a unit competition involving a run, tire flips, and pushups.

Soldiers of the XVIII Airborne Corps participate in a staff ride to learn about the Battle of Normandy from retired Col. Keith Nightingale. As part of the 78th Anniversary of D-Day. Nightingale has been educating soldiers about the importance of D-Day from a strategic and operational standpoint for more than 40 years.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Sept. 23, 2022) - Capt. Odin J. Klug, commanding officer, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay, Greece, participates in Dog Bite Training with Master-at-Arms 1st Class Angela Sweeney and Military Working Dog Diego on Sept. 23, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., Allied, Coalition, and Partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

040607-M-8530M-033. Base: Camp Husaybah State: Al Anbar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: L/03/7

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