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What Is the Best Breed for Military Work? A Guide to the Canine Heroes Who Serve

Introduction When people think about military power, they often picture weapons, armoured vehicles, and highly trained soldiers. But behind the scenes is a remarkable group of four-legged service members – military working dogs. These canine heroes play vital roles in explosive detection, search and rescue, patrol, and protection. Their courage, loyalty, and sharp instincts make… Read More

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Improving Service Dog Training Methods

Research Paper Title Improving dog training methods: Efficacy and efficiency of reward and mixed training methods. Background Dogs play an important role in our society as companions and work partners, and proper training of these dogs is pivotal. For companion dogs, training helps preventing or managing dog behavioural problems – the most frequently cited reason… Read More

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What is the Vehicle Search Dog Handler?

Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational Vehicle Search Dog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Four (4) weeks, with two (2) courses per year. Location Defence Animal Centre (DAC)… Read More

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What is the Tracker Dog Handler Course?

Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational TrackerDog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Six (6) weeks, with courses as required. Location Defence Animal Centre (DAC) Melton Mowbray. Outline of… Read More

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What is the Practical Training Assistants (PTA) Course?

Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist dog trainers and handlers in man-work training techniques for protection dogs. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. Duration Five (5) days, with courses as required. Location Defence… Read More

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What is the Patrol Dog Handler Course?

Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an operational Patrol Dog Handler. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards The course is open to Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. A reasonable level of physical fitness. Duration Two (2) weeks, with twelve (12) course per year.… Read More

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What is the Kennel Manager Course?

Aim of the Course To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an efficient and effective kennel manager. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Private soldiers and all non-commissioned ranks. IELTS level 6. Experience in basic dog handling. A reasonable level of physical fitness. Duration Five (5) days, with five (5) courses per… Read More