Foto's Military Working Dogs (MWD)

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USS WASP (LHD 1) OPERATIONS AT SEA

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2019) Sgt. Mark Smith, from Chester, West Virginia, and Oohio, a patrol explosive detection dog, with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) board a MV-22 Osprey assigned to the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) along with other Marines of the 31st MEU aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st MEU, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel Barker)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2019) - Oohio, a patrol explosive detection dog, and Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) participate in a boarding exercise on a MV-22 Osprey assigned to the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st MEU, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin F. Davella III)

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31st MEU MRF raids K-Bay MOUT

Cpl. Jared Ribolini, a military working dog handler with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Maritime Raid Force holds security with Sally, a military working dog, during a Military Operation on Urban Terrain exercise as part of Realistic Urban Training Exercise 19-1 on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Jan. 21, 2019. RUTEX 19-1, the first iteration of the exercise that the 31st MEU has conducted in Hawaii, will incorporate scenarios and considerations that the Marines and Sailors of the MRF will factor into any real-world situation in an urban environment and will allow them to integrate with local law enforcement agencies. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isaac Cantrell/Released)

A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Maritime Raid Force posing as an enemy role-player runs from Sally, a military working dog, during a Military Operation on Urban Terrain exercise as part of Realistic Urban Training Exercise 19-1 on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Jan. 21, 2019.

Sally, a military working dog with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Maritime Raid Force, attacks an enemy role-player during a Military Operation on Urban Terrain exercise as part of Realistic Urban Training Exercise 19-1 on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Jan. 21, 2019.

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Souda Bay Bite Training

Corporal Austin Hoke, a Marine with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit law enforcement detachment, receives a bite from military working dog Robby during bite training at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Jan. 10, 2019. The purpose of bite training is to help maintain the MWD’s drive to bite and capacity to perform tasks such as capturing and detaining suspects. Approximately 2,500 Marines and Sailors with the MEU/ Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group team will serve as a sea-based, expeditionary crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious missions across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tawanya Norwood)

A Marine with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit's law enforcement detachment is bitten by military working dog Robby, during a bite training at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Jan. 10, 2019.

Corporal Colin Watson, right, a military working dog handler with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit performs a bite training drill with his military working dog, Robby, at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Jan. 10, 2019.

Corporal Colin Watson, left, a military working dog handler with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, assists his military working dog, Robby, release during a bite training at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Jan. 10, 2019. The purpose of bite training is to help maintain the MWD’s drive to bite and capacity to perform tasks such as capturing and detaining suspects. Approximately 2,500 Marines and Sailors with the MEU/ Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group team will serve as a sea-based, expeditionary crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious missions across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tawanya Norwood)

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Military working dogs prepare to fly

U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Adam Phillips assigned to Area Support Group – Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, instructs a military working dog to jump into a UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter at Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Jan. 21, 2019. C. Company, 2nd Battalion, 211th General Support Aviation Battalion, Minnesota Army National Guard, currently assigned to the 1st Battalion, 108th Assault Helicopter Battalion, Kansas Army National Guard, conducted training with military working dogs, their handlers and veterinary personnel assigned to ASG – Kuwait to familiarize them with the helicopters and flight procedures before flying the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Emily Finn)

U.S. Army Pfc. Hunter Laub, assigned to Area Support Group – Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, orders a military working dog to inspect a UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter at Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Jan. 21, 2019.

A military working dog assigned to Area Support Group - Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, inspects a UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter at Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Jan. 21, 2019. C. Company, 2nd Battalion, 211th General Support Aviation Battalion, Minnesota Army National Guard, currently assigned to the 1st Battalion, 108th Assault Helicopter Battalion, Kansas Army National Guard, conducted training with military working dogs, their handlers and veterinary personnel assigned to ASG - Kuwait to familiarize them with the helicopters and flight procedures before flying the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Emily Finn)

A military working dog assigned to Area Support Group - Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, lies on the floor of a UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter during a short familiarization flight at Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Jan. 21, 2019.

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24th MEU conducts TRAP training

U.S. Marine Cpl. Victoria Acosta, a military police working dog-handler and K-9, Bella, provide security during Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel training at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 29, 2019. TRAP training prepares Marines to confidently enter potentially combative areas, collect equipment, retrieve or destroy sensitive material and recover personnel. Acosta and Bella are with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

U.S. Marines board an MV-22 Osprey during Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel training at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 29, 2019. TRAP training prepares Marines to confidently enter potentially combative areas, collect equipment, retrieve or destroy sensitive material and recover personnel. The Marines are with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Jan. 26, 2019) Cpl. Colin Watson, assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit checks on Robby, a military working dog, during a live-fire exercise on the flight deck aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 22nd MEU, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kaitlyn E. Eads/Released)

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Jan. 26, 2019) Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit fire M4A1 carbines during a live-fire exercise on the flight deck aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship of USS Kearsarge (LHD 3).

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MAGTF-6: Air Bud

Charlie, a military working dog with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) prepares to board an MV-22 Osprey in order to expose the dog to flying missions during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Freddy and Charlie, both military working dogs with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) prepare to board an MV-22 Osprey in order to expose the dogs to flying missions during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Freddy and Charlie, both military working dogs with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) await to board an MV-22 Osprey in preparation to being exposed to flying missions during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Freddy, a military working dog with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) tries on a flight cranium before during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Freddy and Charlie, both military working dogs with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) prepare to board an MV-22 Osprey in order to expose the dogs to flying missions during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

U.S. Marines with Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) walk towards an MV-22 Osprey during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Charlie, a military working dog with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) watches his handler while aboard an MV-22 Osprey during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Collin R. Price, an ariel observer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364 (VMM-364), Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) observes terrain from an MV-22 Osprey during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

Charlie, a military working dog with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Air-Ground Task Force-6 (MAGTF-6) looks out the rear hatch of an MV-22 Osprey while being exposed to a flight mission during Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 2-19 aboard Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 7, 2019. ITX creates a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Skylar M. Harris)

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Military Working Dog Team Deployment Training Course

U.S. Marines currently assigned to the Military Working Dog (MWD) Team Deployment Training Course conduct helicopter familiarization, heloborn vehicle interdiction, and detection training on the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Feb. 15, 2019. The MWD Team Deployment Training Course is 3 weeks long where MWD handlers from all 3 Marine Expeditionary Forces advance their dog team capabilities focusing on teaching teams to become effective and lethal assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marines currently assigned to the Military Working Dog (MWD) Team Deployment Training Course conduct helicopter familiarization, heloborn vehicle interdiction, and detection training on the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Feb. 15, 2019. The MWD Team Deployment Training Course is 3 weeks long where MWD handlers from all 3 Marine Expeditionary Forces advance their dog team capabilities focusing on teaching teams to become effective and lethal assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Alexis Delarm a K9 handler currently assigned to the Military Working Dog (MWD) Team Deployment Training Course poses for a photo with her MWD Stormy, while conducting helicopter familiarization, heloborn vehicle interdiction, and detection training on the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Feb. 15, 2019. The MWD Team Deployment Training Course is 3 weeks long where MWD handlers from all 3 Marine Expeditionary Forces advance their dog team capabilities focusing on teaching teams to become effective and lethal assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

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Yuma Military Appreciation Day

U.S. Marine Corps Military Working Dog Ken poses for a photo during Yuma Military Appreciation Day in Downtown Historic Yuma on Feb. 16, 2019. Military Appreciation Day is held to show the importance of the relationship between the City of Yuma and our service members and veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marine Corps Military Working Dog Ken visits the Explosive Ordnance Disposal booth during Yuma Military Appreciation Day in Downtown Historic Yuma on Feb. 16, 2019. Military Appreciation Day is held to show the importance of the relationship between the City of Yuma and our service members and veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marine Corps Military Working Dog Cato visits the Explosive Ordnance Disposal booth during Yuma Military Appreciation Day in Downtown Historic Yuma on Feb. 16, 2019. Military Appreciation Day is held to show the importance of the relationship between the City of Yuma and our service members and veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

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24th MEU rehearses TRAP procedures

Cpl. Victoria Acosta and Bella prepare to board an MV-22B Osprey while rehearsing response procedures for a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel scenario on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina Feb. 16, 2019. The TRAP scenario was conducted to increase unit proficiency and integrated capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force. Acosta is a working dog handler and Bella is a military working dog with the 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

Bella prepares to board an MV-22B Osprey while rehearsing response procedures for a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel scenario on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina Feb. 16, 2019. The TRAP scenario was conducted to increase unit proficiency and integrated capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force. Bella is a military working dog with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

Marines prepare their gear while rehearsing response procedures for a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel scenario on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina Feb. 16, 2019. The scenario was conducted to increase proficiency and enhance procedures as a Marine Air-Ground Task Force. The Marines are with 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

Marines board an MV-22B Osprey while rehearsing response procedures for a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel scenario on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina Feb. 16, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

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WI let the dogs out at the 128th

A law enforcement officer from the Racine Police K-9 Unit and her police canine inspect a tool box for contraband during an illicit substance detection drill at the 128th Air Refueling Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard, here Feb. 20, 2019. By conducting this training in a KC-135 aircraft hangar, the police dogs encountered unfamiliar odors such as tires, jet fuel, and new people. This unique training environment enhanced the canine’s ability to adapt their skill sets to accommodate a broader range of missions. (Air National Guard photo by Staff. Sgt. Morgan Lipinski)

A police dog from the Racine Police K-9 Unit rests in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker after a police canine exercise at the 128th Air Refueling Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard, here Feb. 20, 2019. The K-9 unit conducted training at the 128 ARW to challenge the dogs’ skills with an unfamiliar, unique training environment. (Air National Guard photo by Staff. Sgt. Morgan Lipinski)

Technical Sgt. Jeff Fedenia, a pneudraulics technician with the 128th Air Refueling Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard, here voluntarily participates as a police dog agitator during a suspect apprehension drill at the 128 ARW Feb. 20, 2019. The police dog agitator plays a vital role in training a police dog techniques to successfully apprehend a suspect. To prevent injury, the police dog agitator wears a bite suit for the duration of the exercise. (Air National Guard photo by Staff. Sgt. Morgan Lipinski)

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I want you to know about me

Jen Wong, 374th Force Support Squadron, Exceptional Family Member Program Family support coordinator, speaks to attendees at the assistance animal’s informational workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan.18, 2019. Attendees learned about different types of assistance animals and the laws that apply to them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

Jen Wong, 374th Force Support Squadron, Exceptional Family Member Program Family support coordinator, speaks to attendees at the assistance animal’s informational workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Attendees learned about different types of assistance animals and the laws that apply to them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

Service dog, Casey, lies down beside her handler while her handler gives a lecture during the assistance animal’s informational workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Casey demonstrated the importance of having a well-behaved service dog in the workshop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Military Working Dog Team Deployment Training Course

U.S. Marine Corps K-9 handlers currently assigned to the Military Working Dog (MWD Team Deployment Training course pose for a photo with their MWD while conducting detection training on the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Feb. 25, 2019. The MWD Team Deployment Training Course is a three-week long course where MWD Handlers from all three Marine Expeditionary Forces advance their dog team capabilities by focusing on teaching teams to become effective and lethal assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. David Hudson (Left) and Lance Cpl. Alexis Farias (Right), K9 handlers currently assigned to the Military Working Dog (MWD) Team Deployment Training Course, pose for a photo with their MWD Freddie (Left) and Corado (Right) while conducting detection training on the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Feb. 25, 2019. The MWD Team Deployment Training Course is a three-week long course where MWD Handlers from all three Marine Expeditionary Forces advance their dog team capabilities by focusing on teaching teams to become effective and lethal assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joel Soriano)

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99th SFS let the dogs out at Tyndall

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Gluyas, 99th Security Forces Squadron, Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., military working dog handler, gives Alfi, 99th SFS military working dog, a treat at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., Feb. 21, 2019. Gluyas supported Tyndall in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, a category 4 hurricane that made landfall over the installation Oct. 10, 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delaney Gonzales)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Gluyas, 99th Security Forces Squadron, Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., military working dog handler, balances a dog treat on Alfi’s snout at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., Feb. 21, 2019. Gluyas supported Tyndall in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, a category 4 hurricane that made landfall over the installation Oct. 10, 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delaney Gonzales)

24th MEU increases TRAP expertise

Cpl. Victoria Acosta and Bella provide security during a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 23, 2019. TRAP is a core function of a Marine Expeditionary Unit and the 24th MEU consistently trains to increase TRAP proficiency by rehearsing realistic scenarios which force the Marines and Sailors to quickly make decisions under stress. Acosta is a military police working dog- handler and Bella is a military working dog with the 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

Cpl. Victoria Acosta and Bella provide security during a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel exercise on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 23, 2019. TRAP is a core function of a Marine Expeditionary Unit and the 24th MEU consistently trains to increase TRAP proficiency by rehearsing realistic scenarios which force the Marines and Sailors to quickly make decisions under stress. Acosta is a military police working dog- handler and Bella is a military working dog with the 24th MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Larisa Chavez)

MWD retires after 10 years of service

WIESBADEN, Germany – Beny, an 11-year-old German shepherd, lays at the feet of Sgt. Mathew Dobson, a military working dog handler, who is adopting Beny in his retirement. Dobson and other members of the Wiesbaden military police community gathered Feb. 22 to honor Beny as he retired after 10 years of service.

WIESBADEN, Germany – Beny looks back at his handler, Sgt. Ryan Borjas, as Sgt. Mathew Dobson accepts an award on Beny’s behalf from Capt. Jennifer Lenz, commander of the 529th Military Police Company. Beny, a military working dog, who retired Feb. 22 after 10 years of Army service, was adopted by Dobson.

MedEvac conducts live hoist operations with military working dogs

U.S. Army Pfc. Lorenzo Torres, a working dog handler assigned to the Area Support Group – Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, and his dog, Max, prepare to sit in a hoist basket inside a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter at the Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Feb. 26, 2019. As part of ongoing aeromedical evacuation familiarization training, C. Company, 2nd Battalion, 211th General Support Aviation Battalion, Minnesota Army National Guard, lifted Torres and his dog several times, acquainting them with MedEvac procedures. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Emily Finn)

U.S. Army Pfc. Lorenzo Torres, a working dog handler assigned to the Area Support Group – Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, and his dog, Max, sit in a hoist basket at the Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Feb. 26, 2019. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Emily Finn)

U.S. Army crew members assigned to C. Company, 2nd Battalion, 211th General Support Aviation Battalion, Minnesota Army National Guard, hoist U.S. Army Pfc. Lorenzo Torres, a working dog handler assigned to the Area Support Group – Kuwait, Directorate of Emergency Services, and his dog, Max, into a UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter at the Udairi Landing Zone, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Feb. 26, 2019. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Emily Finn)

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U.S. and Filipino Army swap training techniques for working Dogs

Staff Sgt. Michael Holmes, the MWD Plans NCO from the 520th Working Dog Detachment, teaches an American training technique to desensitize Philippine dogs to the sound of gunfire on March 6, 2019, at Camp Aquino. The dogs learn not to panic at the sound of gunfire to ensure safety of their handlers and those around them. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. U.S. Army Photo By Spc.] Elizabeth E. Johnson

Filipino military members are taught a U.S. method of firearm desensitization training with their dogs on March 6, 2019 at Camp Aquino. The dogs are praised after hearing the gunfire to encourage positive reactions to the noise. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Elizabeth E. Johnson

Naruto, a K9 from the Philippine Army, plays with a toy from Sgt Oriel who is his handler on March 6, 2019 at Camp Aquino. They practice working on commands as they wait for the next training exercise to begin. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Elizabeth E. Johnson

Naruto, a K9 from the Philippine Army, stands with his handler Sgt. Oriel, as they wait to go to the next training exercise on March 6, 2019. U.S at Camp Aquino. The training demonstrated that day was search and rescue and firearm desensitization training. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. Army Photo By Spc. Elizabeth E. Johnson

Zeus, a K9 from the Philippine military, demonstrates a proper search and point for a hidden object on March 6, 2019 at Camp Aquino. The handler let the dog loose to find the item, which the dog was quickly able to locate and point out to his handler. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Elizabeth E. Johnson

Filipino military members are taught a U.S. method of firearm desensitization training with their dogs on March 6, 2019 at Camp Aquino. They wait for the gunfire to observe their dogs reaction to the noise. Salaknib is an annual, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted by the Philippine Army, contributing to and enhancing U.S. and Philippine defense readiness and tactical interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships. U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Elizabeth E. Johnson

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14-03-2019 Waardig afscheid genomen van DH Rossi. Met zijn 10 jaar oud verdient hij het nu echt met pensioen te gaan. Door een ere haag van geleiders en honden maatjes verliet hij voor de laatste keer het dienstvoertuig.

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Double dog retirement

Staff Sgt. Luis Garcia Diaz, 341st Training Squadron, takes a knee next to retired military work dog, Roy, during the 96th Security Forces Squadron’s MWD retirement ceremony Feb. 28 at the Air Force Armament Museum. Roy served 10 years and was adopted by Garcia Diaz. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

Staff Sgt. Michael Carrete, 96th Security Forces Squadron, shares a gaze with Military Working Dog Zuzu, during the MWD retirement ceremony Feb. 28 at the Air Force Armament Museum. Zuzu served seven years and was adopted by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Godsey, 96th SFS to become a pet. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

Staff Sgt. Luis Garcia Diaz, 341st Training Squadron, fastens a retirement collar on Roy, 96th Security Forces Squadron, military working dog during the 96th SFS’s MWD retirement ceremony Feb. 28 at the Air Force Armament Museum. Roy served 10 years and was adopted by Garcia Diaz. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

Staff Sgt. Michael Carrete (left), 96th Security Forces Squadron, prepares to place a retirement collar on Military Working Dog, Zuzu during the 96th SFS’s MWD retirement ceremony Feb. 28 at the Air Force Armament Museum. Zuzu served seven years and was adopted by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Godsey (right), 96th SFS and his spouse. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

A military working dog collar, service certificates, and badge of authority lay ready for presentation during the 96th Security Forces Squadron’s MWD retirement ceremony Feb. 28 at the Air Force Armament Museum. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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“The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind.” (LaurineDelannoyPhotographie)

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32nd Raiding Squadron and 2nd LE BN Conduct Dutch Bilateral Training
(Oefening met Nederlandse Mariniers)

U.S. Marine Cody Hebert, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with 32nd Raiding Squadron load their rifles before entering the Infantry Immersion Trainer at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 25, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and a Royal Dutch Marine with 32nd Raiding Squadron clear a house during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 26, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and his K-9 observe the terrain during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 26, 2019.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and a Royal Dutch Marine with 32nd Raiding Squadron run for cover during Dutch Bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 26, 2019.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marine Cpl. Jamie Moloney with the 32nd Raiding Squadron asses the path in front of them during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 26, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with 32nd Raiding Squadron patrol during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 26, 2019.

U.S. Marine Cody Hebert, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with the 32nd Raiding Squadron pose for a picture at the Infantry Immersion Trainer at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 25, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

U.S. Marine Cpl. Cody Hebert, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, poses for a picture at Infantry Immersion trainer at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 25, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

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Senior Airman Nathan White, 11th Security Support Squadron military working dog handler, and his dog, Toro, pose for a photo on Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 28, 2019. White and Toro often patrol the base and sweep areas for potential threats to JBA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Noah Sudolcan)

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32nd Raiding Squadron and 2nd LE BN Conduct Dutch Bilateral Training

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with 32nd Raiding Squadron provide security before clearing a building during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 29, 2019. During Dutch bilateral training the K9’s purpose is to track, detect narcotics, and assist in clearing buildings. Bilateral training between the U.S. Marine Corps and the Royal Dutch Marines strengthens existing interoperability between the two nations and improves counternarcotic and anti-terrorism capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nello Miele)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with 32nd Raiding Squadron begin to patrol during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 29, 2019.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryce Schmidt, a dog handler with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, and Royal Dutch Marines with 32nd Raiding Squadron patrol during Dutch bilateral training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 29, 2019.

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Ukranian Special Forces K9 Unit

"Northern Wind 19" exercise, Sweden, March 2019
Norway K9

French Special Forces

FBI HRT Operator raiding an objective alongside CAG/Delta Force Snipers.

Israel IDF

U.S. Marine Cpl. Colin Watson, a military working dog handler with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, works on tactical obedience with his canine Robby as part of a range training during a MEU exercise. Marines and Sailors with the 22nd MEU and Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group are currently deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aaron Henson/Released)

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Pentagon Police Officer Talks About the Work of His Four-Legged Partner

Sgt. Kyle Murdock with the Pentagon Force Protection Agency's Explosive Detection Unit talks about the work of his bomb-sniffing dog Sunny, during Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., April 25, 2019. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)

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Politie tijdens tramaanslag 24 oktoberplein in Utrecht, 18mrt 2019.

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K9 Competition 'Peace Officers Memorial Day'

U.S. Staff Sgt. Edward Bielick; his dog Odin; Staff Sgt. Amanda Wimberly and her dog Rosco, 802nd Security Forces Squadron, military working dog unit, participate in the ruck march portion of the K9 competition, May 14, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Medina Annex, Texas, in support of National Police Week May 13-17. National Police Week honors those who have sworn to protect and defend, and pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sarayuth Pinthong)

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K9 Jack: A dog gone good Defender

Staff Sgt. Sheridyn Rupp, 375th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, prepares a flag for a retirement ceremony May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Military Working Dog Jack retired after seven years of active duty service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

Senior Airman Blair Pembleton, 375th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler (left) and Tech. Sgt. Mariah Langeland, NCO in charge of training (right) take part in a dry run of MWD Jack’s retirement ceremony May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Jack graduated from MWD explosive detection training in 2013 and was assigned to the 375th SFS in 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

Lt. Col. Yon Dugger, 375th Security Forces Squadron commander, issues the order to retire Military Working Dog Jack after seven years of active duty service to the United States Air Force May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. During his service, Jack has ensured the safety of the President and Vice President of the United States with explosive detection during priority movements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

Lt. Col. Yon Dugger, 375th Security Forces Squadron commander, and Tech Sgt. Mariah Langeland, 375th SFS NCO in charge of training, give Military Working Dog Jack a new collar during his retirement ceremony May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. When MWDs retire, they receive a new collar which annotates their completion of active duty service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

Members from the 375th Security Forces Squadron come to offer their appreciation of Military Working Dog Jack before his retirement ceremony May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Since enlisting in 2012, Jack has been trained on explosive detection, patrol movements, and pre-deployment training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

Military Working Dog Jack retired from active duty service May 13, 2019 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Throughout Jack’s seven years of active duty service he supported the United States Secret Service, Department of Defense, Department of State, and joint service branches with explosive detection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia)

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Wisconsin National Guard Conducts Air Assault Training in Kuwait

U.S. Marine Sgt. Colton Corsetti, a dog handler for the Directorate of Emergency Services K-9 unit, assists with Bojar, an explosive sniffing dog, during an exercise on Udairi Range, Kuwait, on May 29th, 2019. Corsetti and Bojar are joined by Soldiers of the Wisconsin National Guard’s B. Company, 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment who are completing final training events in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan. As part of the training, Soldiers took part in an air assault movement supported by the Kentucky National Guard’s B. Company, 2nd (Assault Helicopter) Battalion, 147th Aviation Regiment. Air assault is the movement of ground forces by vertical lift aircraft to infiltrate, seize and hold key terrain, often behind enemy lines. The assault helicopter battalion is deployed to the Middle East to provide U.S. Army aviation capacity to Task Force Spartan, which exists to increase military readiness and capability, in order to maintain regional stability and expand regional partnerships.

U.S. Navy Master at Arms 3rd Class Mitchell Valezquez, a dog handler for the Directorate of Emergency Services K-9 unit, sweeps the perimeter with Bojar, an explosive sniffing dog, during an exercise on Udairi Range, Kuwait, on May 29th, 2019. Valezquez and Bojar are joined by Soldiers of the Wisconsin National Guard’s B. Company, 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment who are completing final training events in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan. As part of the training, Soldiers took part in an air assault movement supported by the Kentucky National Guard’s B. Company, 2nd (Assault Helicopter) Battalion, 147th Aviation Regiment.

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EODMU-5 Sailors conduct tactical maneuvering training

SANTA RITA, Guam (May 20, 2019) Sailors, assigned Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5, conduct tactical maneuvering techniques during a routine training evolution. EODMU-5 is assigned to Commander, Navy Expeditionary Forces Command Pacific, the primary expeditionary task force responsible for the planning and execution of coastal riverine operations, explosive ordnance disposal, diving engineering and construction, and underwater construction in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jasen Moreno-Garcia)

SANTA RITA, Guam (May 20, 2019) Sailors assigned to U.S. Navy Security Forces Guam’s K-9 Unit and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 conduct patrol training with military working dog Roby during a routine training evolution at EODMU-5. EODMU-5 is assigned to Commander, Navy Expeditionary Forces Command Pacific, the primary expeditionary task force responsible for the planning and execution of coastal riverine operations, explosive ordnance disposal, diving engineering and construction, and underwater construction in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jasen Moreno-Garcia)

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K-9 uit Noorwegen