Police Dogs

@RubyHawk (99367)

Atlanta, Georgia

May 29, 2019 8:40pm CST

When I was walking yesterday I stumbled upon a canine unit training their dogs. There were signs on the cars saying not to approach the cars due to dangerous dogs. I stood back and watched the dogs going through their paces. I've read about the canine units and it was interesting to see them working out. One of the policemen saw I was interested and motioned for me to come on over. He told me to stay back and brought the dog on a leash to where I was standing The dog did everything the officer ordered. It was an amazing show. I thanked him for allowing me to watch and went on my way. These dogs are intelligent and highly trained.They save many lives. The dogs belong to their trainers and when the dog retires they stay with the officer.

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

30 May 19

What a cool thing to walk up on!

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

2 Jun 19

@RubyHawk I bet it was. These dogs put their lives on the line every day. They are very loyal and protective.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

4 Jun 19

@simone10 They do and they know their business.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

It was cool and surprising.

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@LadyDuck (502487)

• Italy

30 May 19

They do the same here, the dog stay with the officer, I think it's a good thing, because they become the best friends.

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@LadyDuck (502487)

• Italy

31 May 19

@RubyHawk Those dogs are beautiful animals.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

So do I, They become a team and these dogs are smart.I couldn't believe how quickly these dogs can move.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

1 Jun 19

@LadyDuck They are unbelievable.

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@kareng (80243)

• United States

30 May 19

They go through a lot of training too. Very intelligent dogs

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

I'm sure they do. They can bring a man down in seconds. I wouldn't move if one got near me without an officer.

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@much2say (57760)

• Los Angeles, California

30 May 19

I see the training stuff on TV but have never seen these dogs in action in real life. How neat you got to witness them - they are indeed intelligent and brave!

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

I never imagined they would invite me over to watch. i really loved it.

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Arthur Chappell

@arthurchappell (44941)

• Preston, England

31 May 19

they are amazing dogs

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Arthur Chappell

@arthurchappell (44941)

• Preston, England

1 Jun 19

@RubyHawk seen a few shows with police dog display teams - always impressive. I'd hate to have one chasing me when I'm trying to run with a safe or bag of gold bullion, lol

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

1 Jun 19

They really are neat.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

4 Jun 19

@arthurchappell So would I. One of those dogs would take you down in a minute.

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@RasmaSandra (98004)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

30 May 19

I would love to see those dogs working out. They always look like such handsome dogs with intelligent eyes.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

These dogs were strong and quick at every command. The pit bull was little more than a pup but others looked full grown.

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@rebelann (117234)

• El Paso, Texas

30 May 19

Thank goodness those dogs will remain with their trainers, dogs are very family oriented and when they bond with a person that person becomes their family.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

That's true. One looked kind of like a collie and another was a pit bull.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

4 Jun 19

@rebelann I hope they take good care of the animals.

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@rebelann (117234)

• El Paso, Texas

5 Jun 19

So do I @RubyHawk

@psanasangma (7910)

• India

30 May 19

WHAT A lucky person you are!

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

Yes, I feel lucky. It was interesting and the officers were so friendly.It made my day.

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Belle Starr (Iz)

@BelleStarr (61463)

• United States

31 May 19

That is good to know, I did wonder what happened to them when they retired.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

1 Jun 19

I'm not sure how long the dogs work. I think only a few years.

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crazyhorseladycx

@crazyhorseladycx (39503)

• United States

30 May 19

what a treat fer ya, ms. ruby! they're fascinatin' 'n 'tis 'mazin' what all thingies pups'll do 't times jest with hand motions. 'round these parts they 'nly keep the retired pup if'n they chose to get outta police pup handlin', statin' they can't 've the 2 's such causes confusion fer the new pup. many're 'dopted out, most oft to friends.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

That sounds the sensible thing to do. It was fun watching them.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

31 May 19

That's great you were able to watch them train. It's a good benefit for the trainer and dog when the officer retires.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

31 May 19

@RubyHawk I'm sure they do.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

I think so, Working together so long, they become attached to each other.

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@andriaperry (118793)

• Anniston, Alabama

30 May 19

Yes they are amazing.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

31 May 19

I had seen the dogs in police cars in passing but this was a new experience for me.

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@didinedhia (8482)

• Algeria

13 Jun 19

Yes they r really intelligent

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

14 Jun 19

I've never seen police dogs out in action.

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@RubyHawk (99367)

• Atlanta, Georgia

16 Jun 19

@didinedhia I don't think I want to. police dogs can be vicious in the right circumstances.

@didinedhia (8482)

• Algeria

14 Jun 19

@RubyHawk me too never!!!

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