World War II Dogs

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World War II Dogs

• By Meaghan M

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-Different breeds
-Training
-Age and size ranges
-Jobs
-Additional info
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Different Breeds
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• -The U.S. took more than 30 dog breeds when they
  started but later narrowed it to German
  Shepherds, Beligian Sheep Dogs, Doberman
  Pinschers, Farm Collies, and Giant Schnauzers.
• -The British used dogs like Asatians, Doberman
  Pinschers, Big Airdales, and Rottweilers.
• -It was also discovered that mix breed dogs
  worked better than purebreds. They were more
  quiet, dependable, and rugged.

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Training of Dogs
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• -First dogs went through basic training where
  they learned simple commands like heel, sit,
  down, come, and stay. They also started to learn
  how to crawl.
• -Next they went through advanced training. There
  they learned how to climb, jump over things, and
  crawl quicker. Some learned how to parachute. One
  thing that was hard to teach dogs was not to fear
  gunfire.
• -Also in training dogs learned to get used to
  muzzles, gas masks, and riding in vehicles.

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• Age and Size Ranges for Dogs

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• -A dog had to weigh 50 pounds or more, and it had
  to be at least 20 inches tall. Dogs also had to
  be from 1-5 years old.

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Jobs of Dogs
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• -There was 3 main types of jobs for dogs the
  sentry dogs, messenger dogs, and scout or patrol
  dogs.
• -The sentry dogs worked in the dark to prevent
  enemies coming from behind. They were trained to
  go with guards on patrol and warn them of an
  approach. They would growl or bark to warn the
  guards.

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• -The messenger dogs had to be loyal and
  trustworthy. They were trained to travel silently
  and they had to be able to find and use natural
  cover.
• -Their job was to carry messages held in a hollow
  capsule on their collar. They went from one place
  to the next.

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• -The scout or patrol dogs had all the skills of
  the sentry dogs, but they had to work quietly.
  They were used for ambushes and detection of
  snipers.

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Additional Info
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• -Many dogs got awards, and there was even a
  Disney movie made called, Chips the War Dog,
  about a helpful dog.
• -All dogs had to go through civilian training
  before they went home.
• -The U.S. used dogs in other wars, like Vietnam.

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-Different Breeds
-Training
-Age and Size Ranges
-Jobs of Dogs
-Additional Info