Many people have made the decision to adopt puppies. Kennel Club statistics show that dog ownership rose after the pandemic and that the demand for four-legged companions remains high.
There are 221 distinct breeds of purebred dogs to pick from, along with countless crossbreeds, so you’ll need to think carefully before choosing the newest member of your family.
Dogs can do so much more than be companions.
Ideal police dogs are bright, dedicated, diligent, and capable in understanding commands and responding effectively to them.
They have qualities that can be useful in any household, as well as at a police station.
Below is a listing of the 10 most popular dog breeds that are suitable for police work.
1. Belgian Malinois
The Belgian Malinois, while smaller and faster than its German Shepherd cousin, is often mistaken for one. They are second in police dogs, being quick to arrest criminals and adept at sniffing explosives.
2. German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is the perfect police dog. The German Shepherd excels in all aspects of police enforcement, including tracking down suspects and sniffing out drugs.
3. Boxer
Boxers are a very common breed of police dog in Germany, and other countries throughout continental Europe. They were used as guard dogs, patrol dogs, and courier dogs in both World Wars. Because they possess the perfect combination of intelligence and loyalty, they are a great friend to many officers.
4. Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever, a cute Labrador Retriever, is one of the most friendly K-9 officers. They were originally trained to track down dead birds on hunting expeditions. However, they are also excellent bomb and narcotics detectors. They are preferred by most American police officers.
5. Bouvier des Flandres
A rare sight in British parks is the Bouvier des Flandres, a Belgian police dog. They are a great law enforcer because of their intelligence, courage, and willingness to obey orders, even when they are in danger.
6. Dobermann
Fearsome Dobermanns are often shown on TV and in movies as the police dog. They can be frightening enough to make the most difficult criminals fearful. These dogs are used mainly for quick-paced, athletic police work which involves chasing down suspects then pinning them on to the ground.
7. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Police enforcement agencies are increasingly embracing the Staffordshire Bull Terrier because of its courage, athleticism, speed, strength, and durability. Even former rescue workers who were mainly used for patrolling or detecting can join the force.
8. Bloodhound
In many ways, the Bloodhound was the original police dog. Because of their incredible sense of smell, the Bloodhound has been used for decades to locate missing persons and suspects. They can also be used to track scent trails that may have been present for weeks or days. They are very adept at finding lost children because they are not aggressive.
9. Giant Schnauzer
Giant Schnauzers’ naturally aggressive nature makes them a good police dog. They can go above and beyond to find and confront suspects. Their stubborn determination to succeed in every endeavor makes them excellent search-and rescue dogs.
10. Briard
A French breed used to herd sheep and guard them, the Briard is one that most people have never heard of. They are now used in rescue and search operations as watchdogs and guard dogs.
Source: Edinburgh News
