An Australian And His Dog Go To War In Afghanistan

A Belgian Malinois like this one was used on the mission to kill Osama bin Laden. These shots, from Canadian company K9 Storm, shows how the dogs are outfitted with cameras and sensors; they’re trained to work with soldiers, even on parachute jumps.

Ruff Justice: Training The Dogs That Take Down Terrorists Like Osama bin Laden -- New York Post

“There was a dog?” President Obama asked, after meeting the squadron commander of SEAL Team 6, the group that killed Osama bin Laden, according to a New Yorker article published last week. “I want to meet that dog.”

“If you want to meet the dog, Mr. President, I advise you to bring treats,” the commander joked.

Obama walked into the next room and petted Cairo, the only member of the team whose name has been declassified, though — per Secret Service order — the dog had to remain muzzled.

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My Comment: Here are some awesome pics of dogs in action.

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