Defenders, Wraiths engage in joint training

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --Tech Sgt. Christopher Hair, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron mechanic, attempts to run from a military working dog during a demonstration here July 11. The 8th Security Forces Squadron briefed and familiarized members from 8th LRS on dog handling as part of a camaraderie event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ciara Wymbs)

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Defenders, Wraiths engage in joint training

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Staff Sgt. Joshua Fehringer, 8th Security Forces Squadron canine handler, gives information about dog handling and training to members from the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron here July 11. These 8th LRS members volunteered to become familiarized with dog training as part of a camaraderie event held by 8th SFS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ciara Wymbs)

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Defenders, Wraiths engage in joint training

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Senior Airman John Tapper, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron mechanic, participates in canine training with Tech Sgt. Santiago Bernal, 8th Security Forces Squadron canine handler, here July 11. The 8th SFS briefed and familiarized members from 8th LRS on dog handling as part of a camaraderie event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ciara Wymbs)

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Defenders, Wraiths engage in joint training

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Tech Sgt. Santiago Bernal, 8th Security Forces Squadron canine handler, assists Senior Airman Christopher Kilbourne, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron mechanic, in putting on a bite suit here July 11. Bite suits are used in training scenarios with security forces in standoffs and searches. The event was done to create unity among squadrons and encourage camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ciara Wymbs)

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Defenders, Wraiths engage in joint training

Published July 13, 2011
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Members from the 8th Security Forces Squadron gave a small canine demonstration here July 11 for members from the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron.

The event was done to enhance camaraderie between squadrons and enhance mission capabilities outside of their normal respective duties. The 8th LRS members received an orientation on dog handling and training with canine handlers.

The handlers explained the importance of having canines and how they support the Wolf Pack mission. Additionally, the Airmen were shown different discipline techniques used in handling the canines.

Overall, the event was done to publicize the intense training and hard work put into dog handling.