Ivan, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, completes an obstacle during training at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 2, 2020. Ivan and his handler train daily on obstacle courses to maintain mission readiness for emergency situations.
 
 
 
 

Ivan, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, awaits instruction from his handler at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 2, 2020. MWD’s and their handlers protect Nellis personnel and assist local law enforcement in keeping the public safe.
 
 
 
 

Ivan, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, poses for a photo at Nellis Air Force Base, Nov., July 2, 2020. Ivan is Nellis’ only Labrador retriever and function as a detection K-9.
 
 
 
 

Ivan, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, poses for a portrait in front of the 99th MWD seal at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 2, 2020. MWDs are a crucial aspect for preserving installation readiness and security.
 
 
 
 

Staff Sgt. Shaquille Ortero, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, commands his canine, Ivan at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 2, 2020. MWD handlers create a strong bond with their canines to combat any obstacle they come across.
 
 
 
 

Ivan, 99th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog (MWD), awaits a command from his handler at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 2, 2020. MWDs must go through intense obedience training in order to operate under stressful situations.