Hi, it’s Katrina! Police and military dog breeds are chosen -- and, sometimes, even bred -- specifically for traits that are useful on the job, including their sense of smell, eagerness to please, and trainability. From ancient dogs used by the romans to modern breeds that will jump out of airplanes, here are 9 ultimate military and police dog breeds. Some of them might surprise you!! Follow us on instagram!
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9. Yorkshire Terrier
A small dog like the Yorkshire Terrier is probably the last breed that comes to mind when someone thinks of police dogs or military dogs! I mean, they are pretty small! They are called toy dogs for a reason and they usually weigh less than 7 pounds. It’s not that common for police and the military to employ Yorkies - but it’s not unheard of, and proves that heroes come in all sizes.
8. Mastiff
While you may not commonly see the Mastiff on the battlefield or working for law enforcement today, the breed has certainly paid its dues as a military and police dog. These dogs go back to Roman times, and maybe even served the ancient Greeks, Babylonians, and Persians. Back then these dogs were trained to kill, and were fitted for the job with armor and spiked collars.
7. Doberman Pinscher
With a maximum weight of 90 pounds and a tall, muscular frame, the Doberman Pinscher is leaner than some of the other powerful dog breeds. However, what it lacks in bulk, the Doberman Pinscher makes up for with its high energy, quick speed, tough nature, and no-nonsense loyalty. The doberman was actually bred by a tax collector who needed a loyal guard dog to help protect himself from thieves in the 1890’s.
6. Boxer
The Boxer was developed in 19th-century Germany and was bred to be a working dog from the beginning. Although the Boxer is not the most favored police or military breed in the world, hundreds of them served in both World Wars in various capacities, including as messenger dogs, sentries, and pack carriers. As messengers, Boxers were required to navigate efficiently across dangerous battlefields during heavy fire, when the ground was mud-slicked and covered with ammunition shells.
5. Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is well-known for its imposing size and forceful bite, as well as its loyalty, superior intelligence, protective instincts, fearless demeanor, and eagerness to work. Above all, Rottweilers are extremely intelligent. They easily catch on to the work that needs to be done and approach their assigned tasks enthusiastically. The Rottweiler might even date back to the Roman Empire as a descendant of ancient drover dogs that were used to guard and herd cattle as the Roman Army travelled across the continent.
4. Labrador Retriever
The labrador retriever is extremely versatile both as a family pet and when it comes to police and military work. They are gentle, and tough, and have a strong hunting instinct. Between their effective sense of smell, highly-obedient disposition, and huge amount of energy, labradors are great for time-sensitive tracking jobs, such as sniffing out explosives and search-and-rescue missions. Labs are not meant for combat, but more for investigation.
3. Bloodhound
Bloodhounds have been around for a very long time, originating in Europe around the 7th century. They were originally used for hunting, but are considered the first modern police dog when the London Metropolitan Police Force first used two bloodhounds to track Jack the Ripper. Before this, people had still been using them for hundreds of years unofficially to track fugitives and criminals.
2. Belgian Malinois
The Belgian Malinois gets its name from the city of Malines in Belgium, where the breed was first developed to herd and protect livestock during the late 19th century (kind of like the Rottweiler). It was brought to the U.S. in the early 1900s and in 1908 there was a notice in the AKC Gazette that 5 Belgian Sheepdogs had been added to the New York City Police Force. They began their military career in WWI where they served as messengers and assistants to the Red Cross.
1. German Shepherd
You probably guessed they would be number 1! Captain Max von Stephanitz of the German Army developed the German Shepherd between 1899 and 1914 as a herding and farm dog. Through selective breeding, he focused on the traits necessary for military and police work, including intelligence, loyalty, dedication, and tenacity. That’s why they are the perfect canine cop and soldier.
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