Exceptionally skilled dog breeds used by Indian Army

Jan13,2024

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The average Great Swiss Mountain Dog is believed to have great bone strength while still maintaining high agility. These are sociable and friendly.

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Great Swiss Mountain

Because of their intelligence and quick learning skills, they are now preferred for a number of jobs around the world, including assisting the disabled, search and rescue, and police and military roles. 

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German Shepherd

They are especially popular for disability assistance and work well to aid the blind and even the autistic.

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Labrador

The Mudhol Hound is used by the Indian army for border surveillance and protection, and sniffing out Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).

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Mudhol Hound

Found in Northern India, The Bakharwal dog, also known as Gaddi Kutta or the Tibetan Mastiff, is an ancient working dog breed from the Pir Panjal range

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Bakharwal

These dogs are used for a variety of purposes, including disability assistance, companionship, guarding, detecting, guiding, and police work. 

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Belgian Malinois

The Cocker Spaniel is a breed of gun dog that is supposed to be good-natured, friendly, sociable and active

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Cocker Spaniel