More than 20 service dogs to be involved in True Friend district competition

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More than 20 service dogs to be involved in True Friend district competition, Western Military District
The True Friend district competition will take place at the training centre in Vladimir region, the Western Military District. K9 teams will compete at the Dog Biathlon exercise crossing an obstacle course.

Besides, more 40 dog handlers will be involved in the event. The following breeds will be represented at the competition: Moscow Watchdog, Rottweiler, English, German, East European Shepherd and Giant Schnauzer. A K9 team is to cross the 300m obstacle course which includes stairs, barrier, fence, and a ditch.

Participants of the Dog Biathlon are to fire small-calibre rifle at two ranges in prone and standing positions.

Five best K9 teams will represent the district at the True Friend all-army competition.