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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Annie Lee, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and her MWD, Sony, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWD handlers and their K-9 partners make up a highly trained law enforcement team capable of critical drug and explosives detection skills that protect the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, pose for a portrait after finishing detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. ZsoZso has served as an MWD in the Air Force for just over a year, but he is already a well-trained member of the team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. These highly trained K-9s are used in patrol, drug and explosive detection, and other specialized functions to support the 18th Wings mission and secure the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handler and MWD are required to go through various monthly training requirements to keep skills sharp. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handler and MWD were tasked to find several hidden items throughout the building in order to pass evaluation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handlers work side-by-side with their dogs to provide base security as well as search vehicles for illegal drugs and explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alyssa Bailey, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and her MWD, Beno, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The MWD section stays vigilant by patrolling the base and by providing drug and explosives detection capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alyssa Bailey, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Beno, MWD, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. Handlers and their MWDs are constantly training together to enhance their proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)