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Defence Animal Training Regiment

@official_datr

The Defence Animal Training Regiment is responsible for the training, support and rehoming of all military animals in the British Armed Forces.

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linkhttps://www.army.mod.uk/ calendar_today28-10-2019 10:55:04

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Our Equine Officer Commanding led an official visit to Hungary to work with the Hungarian Mounted Police. Our team were warmly welcomed! We thank the Hungarian Mounted Police & Dignitaries. It was an honour to work with them! #HungarianMountedPolice #Equine #Engagement #DATR

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Ex-MWD Charlie update. Living the dream watching buskers & pigeons! ♥️🐾 #DATR #Retirement #SearchDog #RAVC #MilitaryWorkingAnimals

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The DATR currently has 10 RAVC students on course. Course 2402(R) is a bespoke course for Reservists & Veterinary Officers. We wish them all success with the remainder of the course & well done for your hard work so far! #DATR #RAVC #Reservists #VeterinaryOfficer #DogHandler

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Ex-MWH Boris follow-up! Another update on our Wiltshire boy Boris! His new owner was keen to send us some more photos & info. Also, some good news! Boris might be meeting up with an old military friend that reached out to us. #DATR #MilitaryWorkingHorse #Equine #Rehome #Success

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Today, a Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC) Veterinary Officer, and 9x RAVC Reservist Soldiers completed their Military Working Dog (MWD) handler course. We congratulate them all, and wish them the best for the future! #DATR #RAVC #BritishArmy #MilitaryWorkingDogs #K9

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MWH Eric Cantona, joined the DATR at just 3yrs old. However, progress was halted by a serious illness. To the joy of many, he has beaten the odds & is thrives at work! Eric has proven that hard work & patience pays off. He is a once in a lifetime horse! #DATR #MWH #BeatTheOdds

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Meet MWD Woody, currently in training (detection), at the Defence Animal Training Regiment. Woody is working well & even has a much larger best friend called Sonya (Malinois X). Thanks for this great footage from the iTV show #ForTheLoveOfDogs. #DATR #MilitaryWorkingDogs

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Here are a few more photos of Ex-Military Working Dog Toro; living the dream, retired on a beautiful country estate. The Tower featured in photo 2 is known as 'Old John'. The estate was once home to Lady Jane Grey, the 9-day Queen! #DATR #BradgatePark #SwithlandWood #Leics #MWD

Here are a few more photos of Ex-Military Working Dog Toro; living the dream, retired on a beautiful country estate.

The Tower featured in photo 2 is known as 'Old John'. The estate was once home to Lady Jane Grey, the 9-day Queen!

#DATR #BradgatePark #SwithlandWood #Leics #MWD
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Hope you all had a great Easter! We’ve had an Easter update from a few of our awesome Civilian Kennel Assistants at Canine Training Squadron. Even the hardest-working paws need time to pause. Enjoy the images! #DATR #MilitaryWorkingDogs #Update #EasterLongWeekend #DogsOfX

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11 RAVC students are currently undertaking Initial Trade Training Course. All of the students hope to become Military Working Dog Handlers with the exception of one, who will be joining as a veterinary nurse (RVN). We wish them all the best of luck! #DATR #InitialTraining #RAVC

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The welfare of Military Working Dogs is a top priority. One way we support their well-being is through enrichment food & activities. Our Military Staff & Civilian Kennel Assisants (pictured) are treating the dogs with our new homemade healthy treats! 🐾 #DATR #CanineEnrichment

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Our RAVC Initial Trade Training students have completed week 4 of their course. Building on their prior weeks skills & knowledge. Next week will be the start of Pre-Exercise training, raising the difficulty of training! #DATR #InitialTraining #MWD #DogHandler #BritishArmy #K9

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We recently featured a canine enrichment post covered two of our new types of treats & healthy food based activities. Today we are sharing three more! We hope you enjoy the post as much as the MWDs love their new treats! 🐾 #DATR #CanineEnrichment #MilitaryWorkingDogs #K9

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Staff from our Veterinary & Equine Squadrons enjoyed a private tour of Dalham Hall Stud & Tattersalls. Our staff got to see impressive stallions, including the great ‘Dubawi’ & the ornate Tattersalls auction house. Thank you to our hosts! #Equine #DalhamHallStud #Tattersalls

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Our RAVC Initial Trade Training students are preparing for the final week of their Military Working Dog Handler course. We wish them all the best of luck for the remainder of the course. Enjoy the video! #RAVC #BritishArmy #DogHandler #K9 #MWD

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RAVC Initial Trade Training students have passed their Military Working Dog (MWD) Handler Class 3 course. Final Exercise & Pass-out Parade reel attached. We wish them all the best of luck for their careers. 🐾 #RAVC #BritishArmy #DogHandler #K9 #MWA #DATR #MilitaryWorkingDogs

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Canine enrichment: With the recent hot weather, this one is much loved by our dogs. In this post we are featuring… 🍦Canine ice-cream chunks: Our recipe is attached * * Please ensure tolerance is assessed prior. We do so & record this info.🐾 #DATR #CanineEnrichment #MWD #K9

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One of our dedicated Equine Grooms Carl, rehomed ex-Military Working Horse Yuri (MWH Rockport) from The King's Troop RHA . Yuri was rehomed at 16 yrs old & now she’s 23. Thank-you Carl for all you do for our horses at the DATR & for Yuri! #DATR #Equine #Rehomed #MilitaryWorkingHorse

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The DATR has been working on unique initiatives to support & enrich our ecological diversity. Tree planting: 1000 trees have been planted across the unit. Bee Apiary: 10 bee colonies are living & working hard near our HQ. #DATR #Biodiversity #LRBKA #Bees #PlantTrees #DIO #MWA