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Tag: Dog Shootings: Page 3
Special Units
Planned Operations and Dogs
Some SWAT teams have become very adept at using non-lethal tools to neutralize the threat presented by dogs. Retired Cleveland SWAT entry team leader Robert O'Brien says that long before the Hells Angels case and its nearly $2 million in settlements his SWAT team always considered the presence of dogs in its planning. O'Brien's tool of choice for getting the dogs out of the way was the fire extinguisher.
November 4, 2014
Patrol
A Use-of-Force Continuum for Dealing with Dogs
If the owner or another person known to the dog is not available, you may be able to gain the dog’s acceptance by softening your approach. Dog experts recommend you stop moving toward the dog, assume a bladed stance sideways to the dog, and avoid eye contact, while talking to him in a strong, reassuring tone. This may have a calming effect that will allow you to safely conduct your business and leave.
November 4, 2014
Patrol
Utah Deputies to Train in Canine Interactions
Salt Lake County Sheriff Jim Winder said all officers under his command will be required to undergo new training designed to help them minimize fatal confrontations with dogs.
October 14, 2014
Patrol
Video: Kansas Officer Shoots, Kills Charging Dog that Bit Another Officer
Hutchinson, Kan., police have released a video recording from a patrol car camera of an officer shooting a dog that charged him last week.
September 4, 2014
Patrol
Video: Illinois Officer Fired for Shooting Little Girl's Dog
A police officer in Hometown, Ill., has been fired days after fatally shooting a dog in front of a 6-year-old girl.
July 28, 2014
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