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Learn how to train your dog like the U.S. military. This is the official military manual used for training military working dogs (MWD). Thorough, descriptive, and informative, we have taken the USAF Military Working Dog Program Manual (31-219) and reformatted it into a more reader-friendly version with added photos. From teaching basic commands to navigating obstacle courses, tracking, searching, and attacking, this guide will show you how to turn your dog into a canine soldier. You will learn: Veterinary Care Principles of Conditioning and Behavior Modification Patrol Dog Training Clear Signals Training Method Deferred Final Response Detector Dog Training Validation and Legal Considerations The Military Working Dog (MWD) Program Facilities and Equipment Safety and Transportation Operational Employment Contingency Operations And more The old days of training dogs solely to be vicious attack dogs are long gone. Today's MWDs offer far more value than that. They aid human soldiers in stability and support operations, security, and warfighting. Their versatility and loyalty expands the reach and effectiveness of U.S. soldiers. No longer just for the U.S. military, this book is now available for public use and training. Your dog will offer better protection and improved loyalty as a result of this training.
This handbook provides the official U.S. military methodology for training working dogs. Derived from the USAF Military Working Dog Program Manual (31-219) and reformatted for public use, it details a comprehensive approach to canine training that extends beyond basic commands to specialized tasks. The guide covers principles of conditioning, behavior modification, and various training methods, including patrol, clear signals, and detector dog training, emphasizing the modern role of Military Working Dogs (MWDs) as versatile partners in security and support operations.
This manual offers a detailed, authoritative guide to military-grade dog training, reflecting established protocols and operational requirements. Its comprehensive scope, covering everything from basic conditioning to specialized detection and patrol work, suggests it is intended for serious handlers seeking to replicate military standards. The inclusion of veterinary care, behavior modification, and operational employment indicates a thorough approach suitable for advanced training applications.
Page Count:
190
Publication Date:
2019-11-23
Publisher:
Kennebec Publishing
ISBN-10:
1939473942
ISBN-13:
9781939473943
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