Specialist Dogs
Specialist dogs such as Springer Spaniels and Labradors are involved in explosives and drugs detection, and are a mixture of Springer Spaniels and Labradors. Once they have been selected they will undergo training.
Care of Dogs
- The dogs are kept at the handler's homes to ensure they remain bonded.
- General purpose dogs are usually retired around 7/8 years old.
- Specialist dogs are retired about 10 years. The handler is usually allowed to keep their dog. Many choose to do this. However if this is not possible, the dog will be housed with a suitable owner for the rest of its life.
