By Mauricio Campino, 436th Airlift Wing Public Affairs / Published October 19, 2020
Senior Airman Theresa Braak, 436th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Military Working Dog Sam negotiate a window obstacle Oct. 8, 2020, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. The window is one of nine obstacles in the obedience yard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mauricio Campino)
Senior Airman Theresa Braak, 436th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Military Working Dog Sam conduct pursuit-and-attack training Oct. 8, 2020, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. Based on their strengths, the MWDs are trained and certified to conduct patrol work, detection of improvised explosive devices or detection of contraband. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mauricio Campino)
Staff Sgt. Ross Carpenter, 436th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Military Working Dog Karlo negotiate a window obstacle Oct. 8, 2020, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. The teams train in the obedience yard on a daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mauricio Campino)
Senior Airman Theresa Braak, 436th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Military Working Dog Sam perform controlled aggression exercises Oct. 8, 2020, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. Obedience and control are fundamental aspects of the team’s working relationship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mauricio Campino)