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There are a plethora of different military occupational specialties (MOS) in the Marine Corps; different jobs and skill sets that keep the Marine Corps mission ready. Today we dive into the Marine Corps military working dog handler MOS and take you “On the Job”. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Michael Neuenhoff)

Being a Marine goes past the uniform, haircuts and swagger. It’s a whole Marine Concept. They are a group of exceptional human beings who embody the Corps’ ethos of honor, courage, and commitment. Now, here is your chance to Meet the Marine. U.S. Marine Corps Military Working Dog Handler LCpl. Makayla Souza shares with us her passion for her job, her dog and her family’s impact on her values as a Marine leader. To learn more about our military working dog handlers and their k9 companions, check out the link below! https://www.dvidshub.net/video/740741/military-working-dog-appreciation-week-day-life (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

Being a Marine goes past the uniform, haircuts and swagger. It’s a whole Marine Concept. They are a group of exceptional human beings who embody the Corps’ ethos of honor, courage, and commitment. Now, here is your chance to Meet the Marine. U.S. Military Working Dog Handler LCpl. Makayla Souza not only loves to be around her dog but also works hard to help her family. Souza is very passionate about the line of work she is in and how she has overcome difficulties in her career. For more Information on Military Working Dogs at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and their handlers visit: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/740741/military-working-dog-appreciation-week-day-life (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

Meet the Firefighter. Firefighters and emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) respond to all sorts of life-threatening and precarious situations, from fighting fires in suburbia to water rescues on the Neuse river, they answer the call to whomever may be in need. Cherry Point Fire and emergency Services (CPF&ES) are here to provide aid to Marines, Sailors and civilian residents of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point from whatever mishaps arise, night or day. But everyone needs some downtime. Getting the chance to step away from the fight and prepare themselves to save more lives is crucial in their work. Learn how Thomas Saegner, a firefighter and basic trained EMT at CPF&ES, MCAS Cherry Point, spends his time away from work. ( U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexander Palmer)

The life of a military working dog (MWD) is one many may never understand. Its hard work, discipline, lots of training and most days are never the same. But, have you ever wondered what a normal day might look like for a MWD handler? If so, check out the video below to see what our handlers and their MWD’s typically go through on a daily basis! Stay tuned to learn more about our MWDs at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point during our MWD appreciation week!

As we kick off our military working dog (MWD) appreciation week, we want to begin by showcasing aspects of controlled aggression training. MWD’s and their handlers are an essential part of protecting the air station along with the surrounding community. Stay tuned tomorrow for another Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point episode during our MWD appreciation week!

To wrap up our military working dog (MWD) appreciation week, we want to end by showcasing some of the training that goes into detection training. Whether its bombs, explosives, narcotics or just any illegal substance, our MWD’s are trained to sniff out everything that is harmful to the air station and our community!