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Hero Hounds: The Training Behind Military Working Dogs

Now that British combat operations in Afghanistan have come to a close, the role of the military working dog (MWD) is changing.
 
In this special report, Forces TV takes a look at the dogs helping to keep our British soldiers safe.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Military working dogs are an integral part of the frontline team
  • These brave dogs have service numbers just like their handlers
  • The training begins when they are puppies
  • The jobs they take on include IED detection, vehicle searches, and patrolling

More: Meet Buster, The Dog Who Saved A Thousand Lives

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