OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — The 55th Security Forces Squadron hosted a 5K ruck march and Military Working Dog demonstration at Offutt Air Force Base, March 12, in honor of MWDs Veteran’s Day.
“It’s important to honor MWDs, not only for their capabilities and what they do, but because they don’t choose to do this, they are chosen for it,” said Staff Sgt. Blake Radey, MWD trainer. “They don’t have the option to voluntarily put their lives at risk like we do.”
“During the demonstration, MWD Beny showcased what happens when we approach a suspected perpetrator,” said Staff Sgt. Brandon Knight, MWD handler. “Just as if a real situation were to arise, Beny stood by my side to act as a physical and psychological deterrent.”
Demonstrations happen routinely to ensure the MWD and the handlers are ready for any emergency situation that occurs.
“It helps keep them sharp and polishes the training they received at Lackland Air Force Base,” said Knight.
Military working dogs are trained on detecting different scents.
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