K9 dogs, short for "canine", are indispensable companions for law enforcement and military forces worldwide. Their specialized training and natural abilities make them valuable assets in a variety ...

In the military, more than 30,000 "dedicated working dogs" — with 1,600 working dogs actively serving — have provided frontline support to U.S. service members, according to the White House.

National K9 Veterans Day recognizes the heroic contributions of dogs that have served in the military, law enforcement, and search and rescue.

While all military working dogs are impressive, Navy SEAL dogs operate on an entirely different plane. Often referred to as ...

The U.S. Army awarded medals and certificates to the Police and Border Guard Board officers and their search dogs for their ...

The history of K9 service dates back to March 13, 1942, when the U.S. Army began training dogs for the War Dog Program, known as the K-9 Corps. This marked the first official recognition of dogs ...

Sgt. Mike Fletcher and K9 Dasty were inseparable while deployed for four years together. ... 'That's the dog that kept him safe' ... Veteran reunited with military K9 two years after leaving the Army.

Locally, the nonprofit Cape Cod & Islands Police K-9 Relief Fund pays veterinarian bills for a baker’s dozen of dogs who have retired and, mostly, are living with their human handlers.

A Lancaster City Bureau of Police officer and his K9 are ready to hit the streets after graduating from the Iron Rose K9 ...