Dogs on Duty Flashcards

1
Q

Why are dogs important in the military?

A

They keep watch and sniff out bombs.

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2
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What does MWD stand for?

A

Military Working Dogs.

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3
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What does SSD stand for?

A

Specialized Search Dogs.

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4
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What does MDD stand for?

A

Mine Detection Dogs.

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5
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What does IED stand for?

A

Improvised Explosive devices.

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6
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What does PTSD stand for?

A

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

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How was Eli a hero?

A

Even though his owner died he still protected him.

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Why did owners hide dogs toys from them dogs?

A

To get them ready for times when they actually need to find stuff.

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What are dogs Goggles called?

A

Doggles.

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Why do they wear Doggles?

A

To help them know that when they’re landing they might get sand in their eyes

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11
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List two ways that MWDs are used during war time.

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Sniff out hidden explosive and finding illegal weapons. (Also Patrol Duty).

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What makes dogs so useful for the military?

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They have better night vision, hearing, and sense of smell than humans.

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What is an MDD?

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A Mine detection dog.

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14
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What happens when an MWD has to retire?

A

Thy get adopted by a handler or someone from the general public.

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What has been the most important job of MWDs in the war in Afghanistan and the second Iraqi war?

A

Detecting roadside bombs (Or IEDS)

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16
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What is Lackland?

A

The MWD training base.

17
Q

How long have dogs been used during war times?

A

They were used as weapons of fear in Medieval times. Then Stubby fought in WWI. After that, they were included in WWII and have been fighting ever since.

18
Q

What is an SSD?

A

A Specialized Search Dog.

19
Q

What mental issue can be found in both human and canine warriors that causes fear based psychological syptoms?

A

PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

20
Q

What do the SSD/MWD handlers first use during training to represent their dog?

A

At first, the recruits are given a collar, a leash, and a metal can to represent their dog.