Finally, something both my dog and I can enjoy. May I present the MRE Poo Bag from Kitfox Design Group.
You get a box of ten rolls (150 bags). Shipping soon.
They’ve got a few other dog items as well and a couple of cool blankets.
www.kitfoxdesigngroup.com/products/mre-dog-poo-bags-10-rolls
American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, today reunited retired Military Working Dog Akim with Senior Airmen Jenna, his former handler and best friend, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The pair have been separated for more than a year after serving together in South Korea.
“We at American Humane honor the lifesaving contributions of all veterans, including the four-legged military dogs who risk their lives to courageously serve our country,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “We are thrilled Akim will get the retirement he deserves, alongside the person who loves him most.”
Uniquely qualified in detection and patrol, Akim was paired with SrA Jenna in 2020. The two served together in South Korea, patrolling the Air Base, searching vehicles at the gates, and training with the Republic of Korea Air Force Special Forces. In November 2021, they were forced to part ways.
While serving together, Akim had a near-death experience after accidentally swallowing a bee and suffering from an extreme allergic reaction. SrA Jenna leaped into action as Akim went into anaphylactic shock, picking up the 70-pound dog and running him to the veterinarian at the base. Thanks to her quick action, Akim survived. SrA Jenna spent the next two days by his side and even slept with him in his kennel to keep him company. From that day forward, SrA Jenna always had an EpiPen on hand.
Tragically, Akim lost his eyesight when he was resuscitated and in recovery. He eventually regained some of his sight and was able to perform his duties on base again, but it never returned fully. This unfortunate incident formed a lifelong, unbreakable bond between Akim and SrA Jenna, and the pair have been inseparable ever since.
“I don’t care about me. I care about my dog. I just wanted to make sure that he was as comfortable as he could possibly be,” said SrA Jenna, recalling the traumatic event. “No one is going to care as much about him as me.”
From the moment she became MWD Akim’s handler, SrA Jenna knew she wanted to be the one who gave him a forever-loving home when he finished his years of service. American Humane was honored to work with SrA Jenna and the U.S. Military to transport MWD Akim more than 6,000 miles from South Korea to New Mexico, into SrA Jenna’s loving arms. The reunion took place in Albuquerque.
“I want him to see everything,” said SrA Jenna. “I want him to experience the freedom of life. I want him to go in a river and go swimming and just live his best free life. He still deserves to see the world and get to have some fun.”
Retired MWDs often have medical issues stemming from their physical jobs, and American Humane provides free specialty and preventative medical care to make retired MWDs as healthy and comfortable as possible during retirement.
To help us reunite military heroes like Akim with their former handlers and give them the retirement they truly deserve, visit www.AmericanHumane.org.
I recently got an opportunity to spend some time with Rick Hogg. We’ve met several times over the years but it was great to sit for several hours and talk about the world over a few beers. I highly recommend him. He does great work and he’s also in a unique position due to his military service to advocate for K9s.
I knew that he had lost his dog Duco last year after losing a battle with ?osteosarcoma on 5 July 2021. Duco and Rick had a bond forged in combat which continued after they both retired. One of the ways Rick is keeping the memory of his companion alive is through the “In Honor of Duco” Loop Leash which was developed on the battlefield of Afghanistan and built in the USA.
This leash has applications for both the civilian dog owner as well as the military and law enforcement community offering hands free walking with your canine, quick easy control of the travel for your dog and a tie down point if needed. It is 1″ wide by approximately 58″ long in Wolf Gray.
This is the first of many tactical K9 products coming from Hogg Tactical.
www.warhogg.com/product-page/in-honor-of-duco-loop-leash
It might be triple digits here in the US, but it’s the middle of winter in Platatac’s homeland of Australia.
Their new K9 CAD Cold Weather Coat is designed to fit Adult German Shepard or Belgian Malinois but is adjustable for chest girth. It will keep your pup warm and dry thanks to the waterproof shell and fleece lining.
platatac.com/new-products/platatac-k9-cad-cold-weather-coat
As a pet owner dealing with pet hair can be a bit of a chore, but the Mini Pet Hair Detailer from Lilly Brush will make quick work of any clean up. It works like a squeegee but for carpet and fabric.
SWANSBORO, N.C. – June 1, 2022 – High Speed Gear® releases two new K9 leads for working dog handlers.
Earlier this year Sgt. Dawn Jauernik and her K9 Bonito from the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office, inspired High Speed Gear® to create the Bonito 15’ Tracking Lead.
HSGI® has now added the K9 Adjustable Patrol Lead and the K9 Traffic Lead to the product line up. They are built from Mil-Spec tubular nylon webbing and have powder coated steel hardware for ultimate durability. These leads are made with Schoeller™ Nanosphere™ coating which repels water, dirt, debris and fur.
The Adjustable Patrol Lead can be adjusted from 3ft to 7ft and is designed to keep a medium distance between the K9 and handler.
The 1.5ft two-handle Traffic Lead allows the handler to have more overall control of the K9, whether performing a routine traffic stop, search and seizure, or awaiting to deploy a K9 for a foot pursuit.
“For years, High Speed Gear has designed the highest quality gear for professionals who rely on it the most” said Shelbie O’Brien, Sr. Commercial Business Development Manager for HSGI. “Now we are pleased to do the same for K9’s as well.”
For more information please see: K9 Adjustable Patrol Lead & K9 Traffic Lead.
National campaign honoring heroic and loving canines back for twelfth year; Winners to be honored at red carpet awards gala reaching millions
Washington, DC – American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, is closing nominations for the 2022 American Humane Hero Dog Awards® campaign on March 16, one week from today. The twelfth annual, year-long campaign seeks to identify and honor the best of our best friends and will culminate this fall with the star-studded “American Humane Hero Dog Awards” gala on November 11 in Palm Beach. The event reaches and is eagerly followed by millions of animal lovers around the world every year.
Dog owners across the country are invited to visit www.herodogawards.org and nominate their heroic canine companion in one of seven categories. This fall, the top dog in each category will appear at the star-studded, red-carpet awards gala and one of the seven will be named the 2022 American Hero Dog – the most prestigious honor a canine can receive.
The seven categories for 2022 are: Law Enforcement and Detection Dogs, Military Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Service Dogs, Shelter Dogs, Search and Rescue Dogs and Guide/Hearing Dogs. Following the nomination period, 21 semifinalists (the top three in each category) will be selected in a first round of voting by the public. The second round, featuring a combination of public and celebrity judge voting, will narrow the field to seven category finalists who will then vie, through a final round of public and celebrity judge voting, for the title of 2022 American Hero Dog.
During the past dozen years, Americans have cast millions of votes for thousands of dogs, all seeking the coveted title of American Hero Dog. The program draws the support and participation of top celebrity dog lovers from all over the world. Hosts, judges, award presenters and entertainment acts have included Vivica A. Fox, Jay Leno, Billy Crystal, Betty White, Ariel Winter, Rebecca Romijn, Faithe Herman, Marcus Scribner, Dean Cain, Katharine McPhee, Shannen Doherty, Whoopi Goldberg, Denise Richards, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Chelsea Handler, Martin Short, Jewel, Wilson Phillips, Carson Kressley, Miranda Lambert, Pauley Perrette, Kristin Chenoweth, Naomi Judd, Eric Stonestreet, Fred Willard, Danica McKellar and many, many more.
“Whether they protect us on the battlefield, help us with medical challenges, or just lighten our spirits with an enthusiastic kiss after a hard day, dogs save and improve our lives every day,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “The American Humane Hero Dog Awards is our way of saluting our best friends and we invite every dog lover to take a few minutes to recognize the love, skill and loyalty these remarkable animals show us every day by nominating their canine companion now at www.HeroDogAwards.org.”
Key dates for the 2022 American Humane Hero Dog Awards contest include:
Nominations: January 13 – March 16
1st Round Voting:
March 30 – May 12
2nd Round Voting:
June 2 – July 22
3rd Round Voting:
August 5 – September 13
Hero Dog Awards gala:
Coming this fall
All rounds open and close at 12 p.m. Pacific Time.
More information about the 2022 American Humane Hero Dog Awards, including complete contest rules and entry information, can be obtained by visiting www.herodogawards.org, and be sure to follow @HeroDogAwards on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on sponsorship opportunities can be had by emailing Laura Wright at LauraW@AmericanHumane.org or by calling 1-800-227-4645.
SWANSBORO, N.C. – March 1, 2022 – High Speed Gear® embarks on a new product line up designed for K9 and working dog handlers. The Bonito 15’ Tracking Lead is the first product in the new series.
For over 23 years, High Speed Gear® has been developing and providing mission-essential tactical gear to first responders, military personnel, and government agencies, and is now able to offer equipment for those four-legged heroes. The Bonito 15’ Tracking Lead is designed specifically for K9 and working dog handlers. The lead is constructed with Mil-Spec tubular nylon using Schoeller™ Nanosphere™ coating. The new Tracking Lead is water and fur resistant; the handle is double bar-tacked for durability, and it’s equipped with a steel snap-hook with military-grade coating. The Tracking Lead is made in the USA and extends a total of 15 feet in length.
“A local Onslow County K9 Sergeant, Dawn Jauernik and her K9 Bonito inspired our team to design and offer the new K9 product line up to our customer base,” explained Shelbie O’Brien, HSGI® Sales Manager . “We’re proud supporters of law enforcement, and we know just how impactful the K9 units can be on a law enforcement agency so it was the perfect next step in product offerings from High Speed Gear.”
“We appreciate the support of High Speed Gear, particularly our K9 Unit, who work very hard for rescue operations and for keeping our agency very successful in reducing narcotics in our county,” said Sheriff Hans Miller, Onslow County Sheriff’s Office. Sgt Dawn Jauernik further explains, “We are honored to have Bonito represent High Speed Gear with the name of the inaugural leash! Thank you High Speed Gear for your continued support of LEOs and their K9 companions.” To follow Bonito on Instagram, visit www.instagram.com/k9_bonito
To view more details on the Lead, visit https://youtu.be/jwS4nmLsd-8. The Bonito 15’ Tracking Lead is now available for purchase through the HSGI Authorized Dealer network as well as on the High Speed Gear website: Bonito 15′ Tracking Lead
