Field-Based Practical Session at the Police Canine Service Center

As part of the “Law and Order” ideology and ongoing preventive efforts against drug-related crime, Kozybayev University, in cooperation with the Department for Coordination of Preventive Work of the North Kazakhstan Region Police Department, held a practical training session for students at the Canine Service Center.

The main goal of the event was to raise students’ awareness of the prevention of offenses related to the use and distribution of drugs, as well as to introduce them to the work of the police canine service.

During the meeting, students had a unique opportunity to observe the practical work of police officers and their service dogs. Participants were shown the skills of four-legged assistants in detecting narcotic and explosive substances, and were also informed about the specifics of canine service work.

A guided tour of the center sparked particular interest. Students were shown the conditions in which the dogs are kept, their equipment and gear, as well as the training process. Future specialists were able to observe the work of various breeds - from shepherd dogs to spaniels - known for their speed, intelligence, and precision in following commands.

Additionally, during a demonstration, the service dogs successfully apprehended a mock offender and detected a simulated narcotic substance. The spectacular nature of the performance, the coordination of actions, and the professionalism of the officers made a strong impression on the students.

At the end of the meeting, participants noted that they had gained a new perspective on the profession of a canine handler and recognized the importance of preventive work in combating drug-related crime.