In the 2nd World War (more than the 1st), the US military recognized the asset dogs are and had many of them partake in battles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some of these military dogs<\/strong> saved soldiers and even gave their own lives as sacrifices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We’ll be taking a look at the 15 best military dog breeds that are often picked to serve as brothers in paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even after the Second World War and the evolution of technology, these army dogs<\/strong> still accompany the military on missions and the resolution of minor conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Belgian Malinois is like a brother (or at least a close cousin) of the German Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This breed first joined the military during the First World War where it served as messengers and helped locate wounded soldiers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Though not as popular as the German Shepherd, it has proven to have its strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, the Belgian Malinois still serves in the military. In some cases, it is preferred to the German Shepherd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n An example is the Navy SEAL that opts for the Belgian Malinois because of its lightness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n One such Malinois was Cairo<\/a> the Seal dog, which played a role in tracing Osama Bin Laden in 2011.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under any subject of dogs in the military or the police force, you’re likely to see the German Shepherd dog included. This reputation is tied down to its history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When Captain Max von Stephanitz developed the German Shepherd, his first intention was for the breed to be a shepherd dog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, industrialization in Germany led to a change of plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n That opened the military chapter of the German Shepherd in the German army. <\/p>\n\n\n\n During the first world war, the GSD played the role of messenger, guard, rescuer, Red Crowd Dog, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n During the Second World War, the Allied forces employed this breed too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Dutch Shepherd doesn’t resemble the German Shepherd as much as the Belgian Malinois, but all three were bred for similar purposes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As such, the Dutch Shepherd also found itself standing side by side with soldiers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They served under the German army in the Second World War and have since been integrated into the United States military alongside the German Shepherd and the Belgian Malinois.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This breed also serves as guides for the blind, police dogs, and companions. The Dutch Shepherd is uncommon but gifted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Rottweiler has a striking and intimidating appearance that gives it a good edge in its guard dog duties. It first got into the military during the 1st World War. <\/p>\n\n\n\n During that period, it served as a guard, and also alerted troops when it noticed the enemy troop approaching. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There were also unconfirmed reports that the Rottweiler participated in intimidation and interrogation. With its frightening looks, that wouldn’t be surprising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, the Rottweiler isn’t a major part of the military as it used to be, but it continues to play its role as a guard dog in households.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This breed also serves in the police force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dive Deeper:<\/strong> Though regarded as one of the most dangerous dog breeds<\/a> out there, Rottweiler’s loyalty and confidence are strong. These dogs can die for their owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog breed in the United States and started as a retriever in Newfoundland, Canada before it got into Great Britain and the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides topping charts and catching fish, the Labrador Retriever<\/a> also served in the Second World War. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike the Rottweiler, Labradors aren’t good guards. They were employed as military working dogs<\/strong> in tracker teams where their sense of smell came in handy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Labradors on the battlefield were trained to detect explosives, find wounded soldiers, and even pick up the scent of the enemy troop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The wonderful temperament of the Labrador Retriever also made it a therapy dog of sorts for soldiers, a role it still plays today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Doberman Pinscher was bred by Louis Dobermann, a tax collector, to guard him as he went about his duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As such, the Doberman Pinscher is as excellent a guardian as the Rottweiler and caught the interest of the military soon enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dobbies served as sentries, detection dogs, and messengers in the Second World War. They also helped locate wounded soldiers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n During the same war, the US Marines formed a group of Doberman Pinschers known as the “devil dogs.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n These dogs were known for their heroism; an example of which is Cappy<\/a> that helped save the lives of many soldiers during the Battle of Guam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With its tiny size, the Yorkshire Terrier seems more fitting for a lady’s purse than the harshness of a battlefield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yet, the Yorkshire Terrier played some supportive roles to the allied forces in the Second World War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One particular example is a Yorkie dog named Smoky<\/a>, which helped lessen the workloads of some soldiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, you’d hardly find the Yorkshire Terrier prancing around with soldiers, but the courage it had during the Second World War remains intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It won’t take long before you discover that the Yorkshire Terrier acts like a big dog in a small body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its boldness and feisty Terrier nature make it one of the most popular toy dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bloodhounds are highly respected for their strong sense of smell, and as a scenthound that is its greatest strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This sense of smell got it into the military and even the police force, and it still partakes in search and rescue missions today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As military personnel, the Bloodhound played a sniffing role similar to that of the Labrador. This army dog could also detect drugs and weapons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These days, the Bloodhound is less popular than it used to be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This decline in popularity largely happened long after the American civil war, when Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote Uncle Tom’s Cabin. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n There, the Bloodhound was depicted as a savage beast, a far cry from this breed’s gentle nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Mastiff goes back to Ancient Rome and other old civilizations, like 2,500 years ago. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It began its combat career during that period and accompanied Romans, Greeks, Persians, and some other people into battle. The Mastiff attacked just as much as it defended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In modern times, however, the Mastiff is more in households and less on the battleground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The traits that made the Mastiff a fighting dog have since been bred out of it, possibly to prevent aggressive behaviors. This breed is now a gentle giant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Like Rottweilers, Boxer dogs have an intimidating appearance. They don’t share the same notoriety as Rotties, though. <\/p>\n\n\n\nBest Military Dog Breeds \u2013 Top Army Dogs That Serve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1.<\/span> Belgian Malinois<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2.<\/span> German Shepherd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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3.<\/span> Dutch Shepherd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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4.<\/span> Rottweiler<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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K9 Dog Breeds: 14 Best Police Dog Breeds Who Serve<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n5.<\/span> Labrador Retriever<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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6.<\/span> Doberman Pinscher<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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7.<\/span> Yorkshire Terrier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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8.<\/span> Bloodhound<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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9.<\/span> Mastiff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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10.<\/span> Boxer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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