Modern Gear Worth Millions: British Army Dogs to Receive Advanced Equipment (Photos)

The British Army has begun utilizing protective gear for dogs deployed in combat zones. This was reported by the local tabloid The Sun.

According to Colonel Ann O'Flynn, commander of the dog unit, the demand for canine support in the British Army has changed over the past 15-20 years. Previously, dogs were primarily used for guarding and search purposes, but now their roles have significantly expanded.

"Over the last 15 or 20 years, the need for working dogs has varied greatly. From our time in Afghanistan and Iraq, where the numbers have increased significantly due to the demand for enhanced canine support," the military official stated.

Reports indicate that as part of the expanded functionality, the British Army will equip these dogs with high-tech vests and protective goggles. Additionally, the canine attire will include headphones and boots with rubber soles to protect their paws from temperature fluctuations, glass, and shrapnel.

The new gear will even allow the dogs to parachute from planes alongside their handlers. Active testing of the new equipment for the army's canine units has already been completed, and the first units will receive all the necessary supplies soon.

We also reported on how scientists have established the aging process in dogs. The age-related changes that pet owners notice in their animals do not always align with the issues most commonly diagnosed by veterinarians. Depending on the breed, a dog can age anywhere from 11.5 years old to after 14 years old.