Military dog handlers took part in the first exercise of the all-army stage of the international dog training competition True Friend-2021

21.06.2021 (23:30)

In the training center of service dog breeding of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the Moscow Region in the framework of the all-army stage of the international competition True Friend - 2020, the first stage of the competition Dog Biathlon-individual race was held.

The first exercise, the individual race, is one of the most intense competitions, requiring the utmost concentration and dedication from the military personnel. Here, the contestant's physical endurance and ability to perform exercises on the firing line are tested.

The distance of 3,200 meters is equipped with a place for practical shooting from a biathlon sports rifle BI-7-2 caliber 5.6 mm. The 1st and 2nd exercises on the firing line with practical shooting are performed twice from a standing and lying position after 800 and 2 kilometers 400 meters after the start, respectively.

The competition is attended by 15 male and female dog handlers up to 10 people each team. In addition, about 80 service dogs of various breeds from 4 shepherd breeds to the Russian black terrier, whose age ranges from 3 to 5 years.

During the practical part of the competition, service dogs together with their handlers will show their skills in five main stages: Dog biathlon-individual race, exercise Marksman, Dog biathlon-relay, Protective service and Overcoming the 300-meter obstacle course.

The competition stage is attended by 11 male and 7 female teams of dog handlers-winners of the qualifying stages. These are teams from the military districts, the Russian Aerospace Forces, the Strategic Missile Forces, the Airborne troops, and the central military administration bodies of the Russian Defence Ministry from all regions of Russia.

The winners of the competition will represent the Russian Armed Forces at the International Army Games in August, competing with teams from foreign countries.

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