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From Left: U.S. Army Cpt. Richard Blair, veterinarian Maj. Steven Pelham, veterinarian, U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms 1st Class Kristina Vargas, military working dog (MWD) handler, MWD Pponder, and U.S. Army Capt. James Mckasson, veterinarian, all pose for a group photo on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. The group assigned to Camp Lemonnier and Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, supported a training event on canine tactical combat casualty care to help familiarize service members with medical backgrounds, on treating canines in the field. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

U.S. Army Cpt. Richard Blair, veterinarian, greets U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms 1st Class Kristina Vargas, a military working dog (MWD) handler and MWD Pponder on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. Blair, Vargas and Pponder were participating in Canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for service members. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

U.S. Army Cpt. Richard Blair, a veterinarian at Camp Lemonnier, teaches canine care techniques, on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. Pelham was supporting a training event on canine tactical combat casualty care to help familiarize service members with medical backgrounds, on treating canines in the field. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

U.S. Army Maj. Steven Pelham, a veterinarian with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, teaches canine care techniques on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. Pelham was supporting a training event on canine tactical combat casualty care to help familiarize service members with medical backgrounds, on treating canines in the field. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

U.S. Navy Military Working Dog Pponder lies on the floor on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. Pponder participated in a hands-on canine tactical combat casualty care training for service members, to help prepare them for treating canines in the field. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

U.S. Army Cpt. Richard Blair, a veterinarian at Camp Lemonnier, teaches canine care techniques, on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Aug. 18, 2018. Pelham was supporting a training event on canine tactical combat casualty care to help familiarize service members with medical backgrounds, on treating canines in the field. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)

A Norwegian Soldier from the military police department awaits boarding an NH90 Dutch helicopter beside his military police dog during cold-weather training in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 2018 at Haltland, Norway, Oct. 28, 2018. Trident Juncture 2018 provides a platform to strengthen the ability of Allied and partner forces to work together, which contributes to projecting stability beyond NATO’s borders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. David Delgadillo)

A Norwegian Soldier from the military police department awaits boarding an NH90 Dutch helicopter beside his military police dog during cold-weather training in support of Exercise Trident Juncture 2018 at Haltland, Norway, Oct. 28, 2018. Trident Juncture 2018 provides a platform to strengthen the ability of Allied and partner forces to work together, which contributes to projecting stability beyond NATO’s borders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. David Delgadillo)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company and Norwegian Soldiers proceed to board Dutch helicopter in order to be dropped off at a forward observation position during cold-weather training at Haltdalen, Norway, Oct. 28, 2018. Trident Juncture 2018 provides a platform to strengthen the ability of Allied and partner forces to work together, which contributes to projecting stability beyond NATO’s borders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. David Delgadillo)

341st Security Forces Squadron military working dog, Lady, sits atop a training obstacle October 23, 2018, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. MWDs are vital military assets because of their skills, such as having a heightened sense of smell and speed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

LISBON, Portugal (Nov 4, 2018) Portuguese military dog handlers and military working dogs march in formation during a national military arade commemorating the centennial of World War I and Armistice Day. U.S. and Portuguese forces have served alongside one another for 75 years, reaching back to the cooperation at Lajes Field, Azores, during the Battle of the Atlantic in World War II. (DoD photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cody Hendrix/Released)

A U.S. Air Force Airman and her Military Working Dog assigned to the 354th Security Forces Squadron, enter a room during an exercise Oct. 23, 2018, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Inside the room, an actor was pretending to have been wounded to test the team’s ability to respond during a crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eric M. Fisher)

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 354th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) race toward a building during an exercise Oct. 23, 2018, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. During the exercise, a simulated active shooter entered the 354th Communications Squadron building where he was later found by SFS members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eric M. Fisher)

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 354th Communications Squadron (CS) are escorted to safety by members of the 354th Security Forces Squadron during an exercise Oct. 23, 2018, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Defenders swept through the CS building and removed CS Airmen as they cleared each section. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eric M. Fisher)

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron pause for a photo at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. Dog handlers from nine different agencies gathered to practice apprehending a suspect in water-based scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

A U.S. Air Force military working dog, Zeno, pauses for a photo at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. Zeno is five years old and has served four years at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., with the 6th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Damion Morris, a military dog handler assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron, pauses for a photo with his military working dog, Lleonard, at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. The 6th SFS military working dogs detect and deter to ensure the safety of USAF personnel and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Damion Morris, a military dog handler assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron, tests the water with his military working dog, Lleonard, at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. Handlers performed bite drills designed to slow down or stop suspects attempting to escape into a body of water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

U.S. Air Force military working dog, Lleonard, of the 6th Security Forces Squadron, practices a bite drill at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. Military dog handlers from nine different agencies gathered to practice apprehending suspects in water-based scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

U.S. Air Force 6th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, Lleonard, shakes off water during aggression training at Adventure Island, Tampa, Fla. Oct. 29, 2018. MacDill’s military working dogs and handlers took advantage of the water aggression training to overcome the dogs' limited exposure to water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Warner)

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) clear buildings during handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018. Military working dogs bring a critical non-lethal capability to special operations forces. Handlers are selected from within the units themselves and receive extensive additional training to master tasks before ever performing them with their canine partner. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Charles Crail)

A 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) military working dog team clears buildings during handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018.

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) navigate an urban assault course during military working dog handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018.

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) engage targets in an urban assault course during military working dog handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018. Military working dogs bring a critical non-lethal capability to special operations forces. Handlers are selected from within the units themselves and receive extensive additional training to master tasks before ever performing them with their canine partner.

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) release their dog into a target building during military working dog handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018. Military working dogs bring a critical non-lethal capability to special operations forces. Handlers are selected from within the units themselves and receive extensive additional training to master tasks before ever performing them with their canine partner.

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) help their dog exit a target building during military working dog handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018. Military working dogs bring a critical non-lethal capability to special operations forces. Handlers are selected from within the units themselves and receive extensive additional training to master tasks before ever performing them with their canine partner.

Military working dog teams from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) release their dog into a suspect building during military working dog handler assessments on Fort Carson, Colorado, September 21, 2018.

56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handlers prepare their dogs for a joint training exercise with the Arizona Army National Guard at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. The exercise was the first time 56th SFS military working dogs and handlers trained with a UH-60 Black Hawk and was designed to help prepare them for real-world evacuation scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Pedroza, 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, adjusts her personal protective equipment before a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. 56th SFS MWD handlers trained Arizona Army National Guard members on how to properly load and unload MWDs from a helicopter during hostile situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

Senior Airman Amber Gordon, 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, exits a UH-60 Black Hawk after a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. During the exercise, handlers and their dogs practiced getting on and off a helicopter to help familiarize themselves with the loud sounds, vibrations, and procedures of a medical evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

A 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog poses for a photo during a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

Members from the 56th Security Forces Squadron discuss various training operations with Arizona Army National Guard medics and UH-60 Black Hawk crew members during a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

Members from the 56th Security Forces Squadron and the Arizona Army National Guard hold onto a military working dog while flying in a UH-60 Black Hawk during a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

Staff Sgt. Kyle Quigg, 56th Security Forces Squadron kennel master, poses for a photo with a 56th SFS military working dog after a joint training exercise at Glendale Municipal Airport Nov. 2, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. During the exercise, handlers and their dogs practiced getting on and off a helicopter to help familiarize themselves with the loud sounds, vibrations, and procedures of a medical evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

Gaya, a military working dog with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), waits on the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., in preparation for a raid during Realistic Urban Training Exercise, Nov. 7, 2018. During the raid, Gaya entered the targeted compound before the flow of forces to seek out any potential explosive devices. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Matthew Teutsch)

Cpl. Albert Tiburcio (left), a military working dog handler with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), waits with Gaya, a military working dog, for air transport to conduct a raid during Realistic Urban Training (RUT) Exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Nov. 7, 2018. RUT is the final shore based training exercise the 11th MEU will complete before deployment next year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Teutsch)

U.S. Navy Master at Arms 2nd Class Dontay Harris, a military working dog (MWD) handler deployed to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, assists a member of the Kenya Defence Force’s (KDF) 1st Canine Regiment during a bite training demonstration with his MWD Gina. U.S. and Kenyan MWD handlers were able to share insights into their profession during the week-long exchange between the Civil Affairs Battalion’s Functional Specialty Team assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa and the Kenya Defence Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirsten Brandes)

A member of Kenya Defence Force’s 1st Canine Regiment discusses military working dog (MWD) training techniques with U.S. Navy Master at Arms 2nd Class Dontay Harris, a MWD handler deployed to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.

Veterinarians from the U.S. Army’s 403rd Civil Affairs Battalion’s Functional Specialty Team, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, and U.S. Navy military working dog handlers, both from Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, pose for a photo with members of the Kenya Defence Force (KDF) 1st Canine Regiment in Nairobi, Kenya, Nov. 23, 2018. The U.S. subject matter experts visited the Kenyan handlers and veterinarians to share best practices in their field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirsten Brandes)

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A service dog sits in attendance in the outdoor Veterans Day service at the Indiana War Memorial in Indianapolis 10 November, 2018.

Kharmah, the service dog of retired Navy SEAL and wounded warrior Jason Redman, lies patiently as Redman speaks to the Defense Intelligence Agency workforce, Nov. 14, 2018, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.

KEY WEST, Fla. (Nov. 27, 2018) Marine Raiders from Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command K-9 Unit conduct water casts off the coast of Naval Air Station Key West during the Special Operations command's multi-purpose canine handler training. Naval Air Station Key West is the state-of-the-art facility for combat fighter aircraft of all military services, provides world-class pierside support to U.S. and foreign naval vessels, and is the premier training center for surface and subsurface military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Arnesia McIntyre/Released)

KEY WEST, Fla. (Nov. 27, 2018) Marine Raiders from Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) K-9 Unit conduct water casts off the coast of Naval Air Station Key West during the Special Operations Command’s multi-purpose canine handler training. Naval Air Station Key West is the state-of-the-art facility for combat fighter aircraft of all military services, provides world-class pierside support to U.S. and foreign naval vessels, and is the premier training center for surface and subsurface military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Danette Baso Silvers/Released)

Cpt. Blue, a Unit Ministry Dog with the 490th Civil Affairs Battalion, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, poses next to a M240B machine gun while visiting Soldiers at gunnery ranges during Operation Cold Steel III, hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operation Command at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov. 12, 2018. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Sofia)

She is a Military Working Dog specially trained by Patriot Paws Service Dogs, to care for her handler as well as Soldiers in need.

Cpt. Blue, a Unit Ministry Dog with the 490th Civil Affairs Battalion, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, is poised atop a M1097 HMMWV with the American flag hanging in the background during Operation Cold Steel III, hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operation Command at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov. 12, 2018. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Sofia)

She is a Military Working Dog specially trained by Patriot Paws Service Dogs, to care for her handler as well as Soldiers in need.

1st Lt. Spencer Fusselman (Chaplain candidate) and his Unit Ministry Dog, Cpt. Blue, from the 490th Civil Affairs Battalion, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, visit Soldiers at the gunnery ranges during Operation Cold Steel III at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov 12, 2018. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Sofia)

1st Lt. Spencer Fusselman (Chaplain candidate) and his Unit Ministry Dog, Cpt. Blue, from the 490th Civil Affairs Battalion, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, visit Soldiers at the gunnery ranges during Operation Cold Steel III at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov 12, 2018. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Sofia)

She is a Military Working Dog specially trained by Patriot Paws Service Dogs, to care for her handler as well as Soldiers in need.

1st Lt. Spencer Fusselman (Chaplain candidate) and his Unit Ministry Dog, Cpt. Blue, from the 490th Civil Affairs Battalion, based in Grand Prairie, Texas, kneel to pray at the Red Cross building during Operation Cold Steel III at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov 12, 2018. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Sofia)

Staff Sgt. Michael Smith, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, releases Kato, 22nd SFS MWD, Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Kato helped detain the opposing individual during pursuit and attack training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

Kato, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, searches for suspects Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Kato practiced field interview, pursuit and attack, search and re-attack during his training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

Kato, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, pursues Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd SFS MWD handler, Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. MWDs use a combination of scent, sight and sound to locate suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

Kato, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, bites Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd SFS MWD handler, Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Pawlak wore a bite suit during the training to prevent injury. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

Staff Sgt. Michael Smith, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Kato, 22nd SFS MWD, detain Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd SFS MWD handler, Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Kato did not release Pawlak until his handler commanded him to let go. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

Kato, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, poses for a photo Nov. 21, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Kato ran an obstacle course designed to introduce dogs to situations they may face in real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

KEY WEST, Fla. (Nov. 29, 2018) Marine Raiders from Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) K-9 Unit, along with Naval Air Station Key West’s Search and Rescue team, conduct helicopter casts in Truman Harbor during the Special Operations Command’s multi-purpose canine handler training. Naval Air Station Key West is the state-of-the-art facility for combat fighter aircraft of all military services, provides world-class pierside support to U.S. and foreign naval vessels, and is the premier training center for surface and subsurface military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Danette Baso Silvers/Released)

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. – , Nov. 26, 2018 —
Kiara, 799th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, arrives on stage at the start of her retirement ceremony at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 15, 2018. Kiara was born May 10, 2008 and entered the MWD program in September 2009. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Haley Stevens)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cullen Thomas, 824th Expeditionary Base Defense Squadron military working dog handler, and his military working dog Klepa perform a perimeter check at Nigérien Air Base 201, Niger, Dec. 9, 2018. The military working dog section plays a critical role in keeping service members safe and base assets secure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Asselta)

Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, holds MWD Sani back during controlled aggression training Dec. 10, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. MWD Sani is a two-year-old Belgian Malinois new to McConnell’s team. He is in the initial stages of detection patrol dog training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michaela R. Slanchik)

MWD Sani from the 22nd Security Forces Squadron searches for the enemy during pursuit and attack training Dec. 10, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During this training, an “enemy” will hide in the woods while the MWD searches for them and attacks their bite suit when found. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michaela R. Slanchik)

Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and MWD Sani search for the enemy during training Dec. 10, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Belgian Malinois has many unique abilities such as a 270 degree field of vision, ability to run up to 30 mph and jaw strength of nearly 200 pounds of pressure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michaela R. Slanchik)

Senior Airman Sarah Pawlak, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, holds MWD Sani back before pursuit and attack training Dec. 10, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. MWDs use this training to practice following and detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michaela R. Slanchik)

U.S. Marine handlers assigned to 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion and their working dogs maneuver an obstacle course during obedience training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 11, 2018. The obstacle course provides time for the Marines to work on command obedience and the bond between the handlers and their dogs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Heather Atherton)

U.S. Marine Cpl. Bruce Russell, a dog handler assigned to 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion and his working dog, Boomer, prepare to maneuver an obstacle course during obedience training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 11, 2018. The obstacle course provides time for the Marines to work on command obedience and the bond between the handlers and their dogs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Heather Atherton)

U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Mitchel Heeter, a dog handler, assigned to 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion and his working dog, Robbie, prepare to maneuver an obstacle course during obedience training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 11, 2018. The obstacle course provides time for the Marines to work on command obedience and the bond between the handlers and their dogs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Heather Atherton)

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Staff Sgt. Samantha Gassner. 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, bonds with her dog LLoren after an MWD Expo at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 27, 2018. During the expo, military working dog handlers and their dogs demonstrated a confidence and basic obedience course as well as the six phases of controlled aggression that security forces members use when training their K-9 partners. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Robert Cloys)

Military Working Dog LLoren, a patrol and explosive detector dog, stands by his handler Staff Sgt. Samantha Gassner. 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, MWD handler during an MWD Expo at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 27, 2018. During the expo, military working dog handlers and their dogs demonstrated a confidence and basic obedience course as well as the six phases of controlled aggression that security forces members use when training their K-9 partners. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Robert Cloys)

Military Working Dog LLoren, a patrol and explosive detector dog assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, runs down a "suspect" during an MWD Expo at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 27, 2018.

Military Working Dog LLoren, a patrol and explosive detector dog assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, attempts to take down Tech. Sgt. Calvin Moore, 386th ESFS MWD handler, during an MWD Expo at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 27, 2018.

Staff Sgt. Samantha Gassner. 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, bonds with her dog LLoren after a MWD Expo at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 27, 2018.

Lance Cpl. Opha Mae takes a nap with her favorite toys on Jan. 6, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Stegall)

Lance Cpl. Opha Mae catches up on some reading during her liberty on Jan. 6, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Stegall)

Lance Cpl. Opha Mae watches her favorite T.V. show on Jan. 6, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Stegall)

Lance Cpl. Opha Mae gets ready for graduation with her handler, Lance Cpl. Rachel Lillyfogle on Jan. 4, 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah Stegall)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, and their K-9’s conduct controlled aggression training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan 9, 2019. The training was held to build rapport and trust between the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angelo K. Garavito)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Suzette Clemans, left, Lance Cpl. Omar R. Dulay, right, military working dog handlers with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, conduct controlled aggression training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan 9, 2019. The training was held to build rapport and trust between the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angelo K. Garavito)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Omar R. Dulay, left, Sgt. Courtney Zielinski, right, military working dog handlers with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, conduct controlled aggression training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan 9, 2019. The training was held to build rapport and trust between the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angelo K. Garavito)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, and their K-9’s conduct controlled aggression training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan 9, 2019. The training was held to build rapport and trust between the dogs and their handlers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angelo K. Garavito)

U.S. Army K9's and their U.S. Soldier military police put on a demonstration.
(U.S. Army photo by Lara Poirrier)

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Patrick Hemric, a dog handler with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, clears a building during an Air Raid Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 12, 2018. The Marines were being observed by the Expeditionary Operations Training Group to enhance their tactics, techniques, and procedures applicable to raid operations for future deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexa M. Hernandez)

Senior Airman Amber Gordon, 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, poses for a portrait with her MWD, Boss, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Jan. 7, 2019. The MWD handler is responsible for protecting and defending military installations with their loyal canine partner by their side. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Cook)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jenna L. Cauble, dog handler, with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a silhouette photograph with her Military Working Dog (MWD) Ken on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019. MWDs are trained to subdue or intimidate suspects before having to use lethal force; they are also used for detecting explosives, narcotics, and other harmful materials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jenna L. Cauble, dog handler, with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a silhouette photograph with her Military Working Dog (MWD) on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019. MWD's are trained to subdue or intimidate suspects before having to use lethal force; they are also used for detecting explosives, narcotics, and other harmful materials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Allison Lotz)

U.S. Marine Corps Military Working Dog (MWD) Ken with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a silhouette photograph on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019.

U.S. Marines with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, pose for a silhouette photograph with their Military Working Dogs (MWD) on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Abel A. Ornelas, dog handler, with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a silhouette photograph with his Military Working Dog (MWD) Cato on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jenna L. Cauble, dog handler, with the Provost Marshall's Office, K9 Section, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, poses for a silhouette photograph with her Military Working Dog (MWD) Ken on MCAS Yuma, Jan. 18, 2019.