Working dogs guard and protect. They sniff out drugs and explosives. They're scouts and trackers. Military working dogs (MWD's)put their life on the line for their handlers and their country, sometimes returning with lifelong disabilities. The military dog adoption program finds our aging and ailing canine soldiers a home to retire to. A place that is safe, relaxing, interesting. A place where they can grow old in the company of a loyal friend.
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.
Adopted dogs must be spayed or neutered. They must not be used for business or personal security, nor sold to anyone for business or security work. It's a federal offense to break your signed agreement. These dogs have completed their service and deserve a stable and enjoyable retirement.
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.
The first step is to apply. Expect a follow up interview to determine if you can provide a suitable home and to help handlers determine what dog would be a match for you and your family. Most dogs go to homes without cats or children under 8. Some need to be an only dog. The interview considers the reasons you want to adopt, your experience with canines, other family members and pet, and financial stability.
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.
Can you meet the special needs of a retired or disabled K9 dog, emotionally, physically, and financially? If the answer is a definite yes, consider offering a retiring warrior a secure retirement. Breeds commonly available through military dog adoption include German Shepherds, Dutch Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Lab 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.
Adopted dogs must be spayed or neutered. They must not be used for business or personal security, nor sold to anyone for business or security work. It's a federal offense to break your signed agreement. These dogs have completed their service and deserve a stable and enjoyable retirement.
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.
The first step is to apply. Expect a follow up interview to determine if you can provide a suitable home and to help handlers determine what dog would be a match for you and your family. Most dogs go to homes without cats or children under 8. Some need to be an only dog. The interview considers the reasons you want to adopt, your experience with canines, other family members and pet, and financial stability.
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.
Can you meet the special needs of a retired or disabled K9 dog, emotionally, physically, and financially? If the answer is a definite yes, consider offering a retiring warrior a secure retirement. Breeds commonly available through military dog adoption include German Shepherds, Dutch Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Lab Retrievers, Bloodhounds, and Beagles.
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