Students tour MSA Security's state-of-the-art Explosive Detection Canine Training facility

MSA dog in training

During this trip, students observed fascinating training demonstrations and had the opportunity to handle some of the dogs!

MSA Security is the largest private provider of single-purpose/single-handler EDC services in the United States. Most of MSA’s dogs are sporting breeds (such as Labrador Retrievers), selected for their highly developed olfactory capabilities, intelligence, even temperament, strong stamina, good health, and desire to please. Food and toys are the primary positive reinforcements used during training. MSA’s trainers hail from law enforcement and the military with extensive background in counter-surveillance, behavioral recognition, and dog training.

MSA Security is the first EDC provider to be certified and designated by the Department of Homeland Security to provide anti-terrorism technology. MSA bomb dog teams are all trained domestically and then deployed across the globe.   http://www.msasecurity.net/bomb-dogs