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UK Military Dogs Equipped with New Protective Gear in £3.1m MoD Contract

The Ministry of Defence has partnered with Von Wolf K9 to enhance safety and training for over 500 working dogs across various military services.

  • The contract spans five years with an option to extend for two additional years, focusing on comprehensive canine welfare and training.
  • Von Wolf K9, a Surrey-based company, will develop a 'canine catalogue' featuring essential protective equipment like goggles, ear defenders, and cool vests.
  • The initiative aims to support military dogs serving in the Army, RAF, Ministry of Defence Police, and other services both in the UK and overseas.
  • Additional everyday items such as waste bags, bowls, leads, and agility equipment will also be supplied under the contract.
  • An additional job will be created at Von Wolf K9, which currently employs four staff, to support the contract's execution.
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