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 of ...

MORRISVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- A retired military working dog is at her new home with her former Air Force handler. Monday morning at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 1st Lt. Johnny Baker was ...

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is not only useful knowledge to have amongst the armed forces, but can be life saving in dire situations in and out of ...

These dogs are as honorable as they come. Tuesday is National K-9 Veterans Day, a holiday to honor the dogs who have served the United States in the armed forces, police departments, and other ...

WIESBADEN, Germany — Veterinarians and veterinary care technicians from Veterinary Readiness Activity, Rheinland Pfalz facilitated a training exercise focused on helicopter medical evacuation ...

Rick Colts knew something was wrong the moment his military working dog changed his search pattern. It was June 1, 2011, the final patrol before Colts and his German shepherd, Torry, were scheduled to ...

Although 15 years remain until the era of a 350,000-strong standing army, the problems of troop reduction have already become a reality. Phenomena that would have been unimaginable in the past are ...