Showcasing Excellence: Military Working Dogs Train at Misawa Air Base

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  • By Airman 1st Class Andre Medina
  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, prepare for a demonstration

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, prepare for a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. The bond between handler and dog is critical to maintaining trust and effective communication during real-world missions, directly impacting the team's ability to respond swiftly, operate safely, and execute security tasks with precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, prepare for a demonstration

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, prepare for a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. The bond between handler and dog is critical to maintaining trust and effective communication during real-world missions, directly impacting the team's ability to respond swiftly, operate safely, and execute security tasks with precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, pets Clinton

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, pets Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. MWDs support integrated base defense operations by conducting patrols, vehicle inspections and security sweeps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits for instruction during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025.

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits for instruction during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. K-9 capabilities directly support security forces missions, increasing response times and improving the effectiveness of daily patrol operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, demonstrate the center heel command during a demonstration

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kanejoshua Smoot, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD) trainer, and Clinton, 35th SFS MWD, demonstrate the center heel command during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. The bond between handler and dog is critical to maintaining trust and effective communication during real-world missions, directly impacting the team's ability to respond swiftly, operate safely, and execute security tasks with precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog (MWD), jumps over an obstacle during a demonstration

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog (MWD), jumps over an obstacle during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. Rigorous and continuous training ensures that MWDs maintain peak performance, enabling them to execute their mission with precision and reliability in any environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), bites U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), bites U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. MWDs enable rapid, controlled apprehension of potential threats, directly supporting the 35th Fighter Wing's mission to protect U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific region and defend Japan, while contributing to PACAFs objective of ensuring regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), bites U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), bites U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. Controlled aggression training ensures that the MWD can safely apprehend suspects while minimizing risk to Airmen and civilians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), releases U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration

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Clinton, 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) military working dog (MWD), releases U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sankung Barrow, 35th SFS MWD trainer, during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025. Controlled aggression training ensures that the MWD can safely apprehend suspects while minimizing risk to Airmen and civilians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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