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.
Service dogs are trained at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio, Texas. These amazing canine warriors are sent to bases throughout the world to perform duties that save lives. Many return to Lackland when their assignment is completed. Others return because they're injured or aging, ready for retirement. Some retired dogs remain at local bases until adopted.
Dogs available for adoption range from 1 to 13 years. Dogs at local bases are usually retirees or disabled, so they tend to be older. Some younger dogs will be available at Lackland Air Force Base, dogs that didn't make the final cut but have been deemed stable and suitable for life with a family.
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.
Some dogs are adopted by other law enforcement agencies. When it's time to retire from work, most are adopted by their handlers. Approximately 300 per year need homes from outside the agency. The waiting list is usually 6-18 months.
Dogs with military training and battle scars need special homes. Most aren't suitable for homes with very young children or other small pets. Some need to be an only pet. The handler wants to match the right dog to the right home. They'll ask about your motivation, dog handling experience, family members including other pets, home environment, and financial resources for ongoing and potentially expensive vet care.
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.
Service dogs are trained at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio, Texas. These amazing canine warriors are sent to bases throughout the world to perform duties that save lives. Many return to Lackland when their assignment is completed. Others return because they're injured or aging, ready for retirement. Some retired dogs remain at local bases until adopted.
Dogs available for adoption range from 1 to 13 years. Dogs at local bases are usually retirees or disabled, so they tend to be older. Some younger dogs will be available at Lackland Air Force Base, dogs that didn't make the final cut but have been deemed stable and suitable for life with a family.
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.
Some dogs are adopted by other law enforcement agencies. When it's time to retire from work, most are adopted by their handlers. Approximately 300 per year need homes from outside the agency. The waiting list is usually 6-18 months.
Dogs with military training and battle scars need special homes. Most aren't suitable for homes with very young children or other small pets. Some need to be an only pet. The handler wants to match the right dog to the right home. They'll ask about your motivation, dog handling experience, family members including other pets, home environment, and financial resources for ongoing and potentially expensive vet care.
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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