Air Force Staff Sgt. Dariusomar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, holds onto his MWD, Beno, as he goes after his toy at Okuma Beach, Japan, May 6, 2022. An essential part of security, MWD teams ensure the safety of bases and individuals from hidden threats that can only be detected with the canines.

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