Dogs on Duty (Ryan) Flashcards
Why can dogs sniff out bombs?
Because they have a more sensitive sense of smell than humans.
What are some of the breeds of dogs used by the military?
Any of the following: Malinois, German Shepherds, Belgian Sheepdogs, Doberman Pinschers, America Eskimo Dogs, Farm Collies, Malamute, Siberian Huskies.
What did the famous military dog Nemo do that was so amazing?
He protected his handler, even though he was injured.
What do you call a person who takes care of a military dog?
A handler.
Why do Military Dogs go to a foster family before they are accepted?
To see if they are able to let go of their families and still perform.
Why do Military Dogs have to get attached to a special toy?
Because they use it to learn to find drugs and bombs.
Why do puppies need to know how to hold on to people’s sleeves?
So that they can detain a suspect for their handler.
Why do puppies need to go through an obstacle course before they are accepted into the military?`
Because they need to know how to handle all kinds of terrain.
What are some of the things that Military Dogs have to learn to do?
Search cars for evidence, sniff out drugs and bombs, be able to tell the difference between good guys and bad guys, hold off bad guys from getting to their handlers.
What do Military Dogs get as a treat when they are good?
Steak.
Who found Sabi when he went missing?
An American soldier found Sabi.
What is it called when people or animals develop physiological symptoms of being too scared of loud noises?
It is called post-traumatic stress disorder.
Who is the most famous dog of World War I?
Sgt. Stubby was the most famous dog of World War I.
What is the most important job for dogs in the Iraq war and the war in Afghanistan?
The most important job was to sniff out roadside bombs.
What do dogs do if they are not chosen by their handle?
The dog returns to the pool of available dogs.
