CRPF's K9 Army: Tyson's Bravery Inspires New Force, Paris Olympics Success

• CRPF has developed an army of 1377 K9 soldiers, including heroes like Tyson, trained at the Dog Breeding and Training School (DBTS) in Taralu, Karnataka.
• Tyson, a K9 soldier from 2 Para SF, displayed exceptional bravery during a counter-terror operation in J&K, tracking terrorists despite being shot, leading to the elimination of three.
• The DBTS, established in 2011, trains elite breeds like Belgian Shepherd Malinois and Dutch Shepherd for multi-tasking roles including explosive detection and assault operations.
• CRPF K9s have recovered over 6207 kg of explosives and achieved recognition in national competitions, with K9 Danby and K9 Vast participating in Paris Olympics 2024 security.
• Indian breeds like Mudhol Hound and Kombai are also being trained for operational roles, adapting well to local conditions, while retired K9s are cared for at the Opera Senior K9 Care Center.