Thousands of dogs are employed by the Armed Forces. They serve as guard dogs, sentries, scouts, and detection dogs. They save countless lives. Many return injured, still loyal and fearless. Some work until age forces retirement. The military dog adoption program seeks family homes for aging and disabled warriors deemed suitable for family life.
All military working dogs and their handlers are trained at Lackland Air Force Base outside San Antonio, Texas. From there they are sent around the world to protect and defend. Many return to Lackland AFB when injured or aged out of service. Some remain at local bases around the world until they're adopted.
Some wonderful, talented, loyal, and very deserving dogs don't make it through the very rigorous training program. If suitable for family life, they're offered for adoption. Dogs in the program range from 1-13 years old. Dogs at Lackland can be any age. Retiring dogs at other bases are usually older or disabled.
All dogs must be neutered or spayed before released to a new home. When you adopt an MWD, you sign a contract promising this retiring warrior will not be used for work, nor will you sell your adopted dog to another party for work. It's a federal offense to use your adopted MWD for private police work. They deserve a peaceful life and devoted companionship.
Dogs declared excess but still able to work are sometimes adopted by other law enforcement agencies. Next in line are former handlers. Around three hundred dogs each year need a home from outside the military. The waiting list is 6-18 months.
Dogs with military training and battle scars need special homes. Most aren't suitable for homes with very young children or other small pets. Some need to be an only pet. The handler wants to match the right dog to the right home. They'll ask about your motivation, dog handling experience, family members including other pets, home environment, and financial resources for ongoing and potentially expensive vet care.
Check online for additional information about dogs available for adoption. You can email or call local bases to see if any soon to be retired dogs are available in your area. The military doesn't charge a fee for the adoption. Adopting families pay to have the contract notarized. They pay to transport the dog to their home. They pay for all subsequent care needs of their new companion, including vet care necessary for preexisting conditions.
When you adopt a military working dog, you become the handler. Working dogs are strong willed, independent minded dogs, loyal, obedient, and fearless. Retired working dogs need fun activities to practice obedience and satisfy their intelligence and activity needs. New owners should be sure they understand the dogs history and training, especially what commands will trigger aggression or hunting behaviors.
Military dog adoption seeks to provide aging and ailing canine soldiers an active but safe and peaceful retirement. These dogs are used to strong bonds and constant companionship with their owner/handler. They return unfailing devotion and loyalty. Breeds used in military service are primarily Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherds, German Shepherds, Retrievers, Bloodhounds, and Beagles.
All military working dogs and their handlers are trained at Lackland Air Force Base outside San Antonio, Texas. From there they are sent around the world to protect and defend. Many return to Lackland AFB when injured or aged out of service. Some remain at local bases around the world until they're adopted.
Some wonderful, talented, loyal, and very deserving dogs don't make it through the very rigorous training program. If suitable for family life, they're offered for adoption. Dogs in the program range from 1-13 years old. Dogs at Lackland can be any age. Retiring dogs at other bases are usually older or disabled.
All dogs must be neutered or spayed before released to a new home. When you adopt an MWD, you sign a contract promising this retiring warrior will not be used for work, nor will you sell your adopted dog to another party for work. It's a federal offense to use your adopted MWD for private police work. They deserve a peaceful life and devoted companionship.
Dogs declared excess but still able to work are sometimes adopted by other law enforcement agencies. Next in line are former handlers. Around three hundred dogs each year need a home from outside the military. The waiting list is 6-18 months.
Dogs with military training and battle scars need special homes. Most aren't suitable for homes with very young children or other small pets. Some need to be an only pet. The handler wants to match the right dog to the right home. They'll ask about your motivation, dog handling experience, family members including other pets, home environment, and financial resources for ongoing and potentially expensive vet care.
Check online for additional information about dogs available for adoption. You can email or call local bases to see if any soon to be retired dogs are available in your area. The military doesn't charge a fee for the adoption. Adopting families pay to have the contract notarized. They pay to transport the dog to their home. They pay for all subsequent care needs of their new companion, including vet care necessary for preexisting conditions.
When you adopt a military working dog, you become the handler. Working dogs are strong willed, independent minded dogs, loyal, obedient, and fearless. Retired working dogs need fun activities to practice obedience and satisfy their intelligence and activity needs. New owners should be sure they understand the dogs history and training, especially what commands will trigger aggression or hunting behaviors.
Military dog adoption seeks to provide aging and ailing canine soldiers an active but safe and peaceful retirement. These dogs are used to strong bonds and constant companionship with their owner/handler. They return unfailing devotion and loyalty. Breeds used in military service are primarily Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherds, German Shepherds, Retrievers, Bloodhounds, and Beagles.
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