Shitetsu Hirata, the only 18th Security Forces Squadron civilian guard military working dog handler, gives directions to his MWD, Hank, as he searches a golf cart 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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