K9 dogs, short for "canine", are indispensable companions for law enforcement and military forces worldwide. Their specialized training and natural abilities make them valuable assets in a variety of ...

Rick Colts knew something was wrong the moment his military working dog changed his search pattern. It was June 1, 2011, the final patrol before Colts and his German shepherd, Torry, were scheduled to ...

For the handlers of the 525th Military Working Dog (MWD) Detachment, readiness isn’t just about the mission—it’s about maintaining ...

These dogs are as honorable as they come. Tuesday is National K-9 Veterans Day, a holiday to honor the dogs who have served the United States in the armed forces, police departments, and other ...

GOOD BOY - Lenny, a three-year-old Belgian Malinois explosive detection K9, poses for a picture at AUSA in October 2024. He is focused on his handler, Alisa Chmielinski, director of training and ...

Dustin Winn is now the lead trainer at North County Canine in Pala, Ca. As a Military Working Dog Handler, Dustin was responsible for the care and training of a military canine, both at home and ...

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is not only useful knowledge to have amongst the armed forces, but can be life saving in dire situations in and out of ...

The Upcountry History Museum is honored to host War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes, our newest exhibition opening Saturday, September 20, 2025. A media release with more details and photos are attached.

MORRISVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- A retired military working dog is at her new home with her former Air Force handler. Monday morning at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 1st Lt. Johnny Baker was ...

President Donald Trump on Thursday saluted the heroic canines who "defend our citizens and our homeland." National K-9 Veterans Day is an annual March 13 celebration of "canine courage," and the ...

Play of the Week: Del Valle's one-handed touchdown catch Del Valle's football standout, Dante Ecthison, made headlines with a remarkable play this week, scoring a touchdown against Burgess. El Paso ...

Marcus Gill stood on a balcony at Bethesda Naval Hospital in January 2010, still wearing his hospital gown with a halo brace screwed into his skull. He had just woken up from a two-month coma to learn ...