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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A military working dog jumps over a triangular hurdle on grass, while a handler aims a blue toy on the other side.

Deft Daria

Military working dog Daria runs the obstacle course with handler Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Melis at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 8, 2024. MWDs are trained to subdue or intimidate suspects before lethal force is necessary. They also detect explosives, narcotics and other harmful materials.

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