How To's on Adopting a Military Working Dog

[Mark-D]

Military working dogs have come a long way since the days of ancient Persia and Assyria, where they donned armor, spiked collars and warned of impending attack or charged on the enemy's cavalry.

Modern battlefield and customs conditions bring forth complex and ever-changing challenges, and as such, Department of Defense officials have created a clear standard operating procedure used by all kennels to ensure excess military working dogs have a chance to go to deserving adoptive homes.

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[EnglishCat]

What a great program for these dogs. I also think it's wonderful that the handlers get a chance to adopt their "field" buddies. It would be sad to think that these dogs wouldn't get a chance after serving their country so well.

[bobby-j]

Thanks for the heads-up. I've contemplated Search & Rescue training with dogs and will have to do more research on this; but, I'll pass the link on to sheriff departments.

Bob

[rhtwist]

Glad to see the story you found on this subject. Thanks Mark.
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[Rich-D]

Originally Posted by bobby-j

Thanks for the heads-up. I've contemplated Search & Rescue training with dogs and will have to do more research on this; but, I'll pass the link on to sheriff departments.

Bob

That would be cool if your Sheriff were able to utilize one or more of these adoptable dogs!

[Rich-D]

This Thread has been the most popular in bringing visitors to our Forum via google search!

[Rhonda]

I just checked it out again. Searching Adopting Military Dogs it moved from #2 to #1 listing on google, topping the military site!

[Rich-D]

It's back in number 2 spot, which is still great position!

EDIT: Back up to number 1, at 7:00 PM