Our Story
Founded in 2019 by a dedicated veteran with a passion for breeding and training elite working dogs, Atlantic Working Dogs is built on a foundation of excellence, precision, and purpose. Our mission is to produce and develop exceptional Multi-Purpose Canines (MPCs) for law enforcement, military, special operations, and personal protection.
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We take pride in breeding genetically sound, healthy, and highly skilled K9s that are prepared to excel in roles such as single-purpose detection (explosives and narcotics), police work, and specialized operations. With unwavering attention to detail, our dogs are raised and trained to meet the highest standards, ensuring they are mission-ready when called upon. At Atlantic Working Dogs, we believe the best solution is the perfect K9 partner.
Our Standards
At AWD, we uphold the highest standards through our 4C motto: Commitment, Consistency, Confidence, and Care. These core principles guide us in our mission to produce exceptional Multi-Purpose Canines (MPCs) and continually enhance our breeding program
Commitment
Rain or shine, no matter the weather, we are committed to providing exceptional training and care for our Multi-Purpose Canines (MPCs) every single day. Their well-being is our top priority, and we take pride in meeting our responsibilities with unwavering dedication."
Consistency
Our Multi-Purpose Canines (MPCs) are driven by training and eager to excel! Each day is dedicated to maintaining clean kennels, optimizing training sessions, and focusing on essential activities like exercise, agility, scent detection, and tracking. We also prioritize bonding with every dog, recognizing that their unique personalities and job capabilities are shaped by human interaction, diverse socialization, and specialized training
Confidence
Confidence is a cornerstone of any successful working dog, especially multi-purpose canines. These remarkable dogs thrive on their ability to tackle diverse challenges with unwavering assurance, whether it’s tracking, detection, or protection. A confident canine approaches each task with focus, resilience, and the calm determination needed to excel in high-pressure situations. At the heart of our training philosophy, we imprint behaviors early and maintain our motto. It's crucial to understand their strong desire to please and support it with ongoing training and dedication. This foundation ensures that confidence is not only developed but consistently reinforced, transforming a well-trained dog into an exceptional partner, ready to adapt and succeed in any mission.
Care
Our daily commitment involves providing top-notch care for our dogs, covering nutrition, hydration, veterinary needs, preventive measures, grooming, cleanliness, exercise, and socialization. With indoor and outdoor facilities, including 33 acres of training area in North Carolina. Atlantic Working Dogs should be intimately familiar with the care requirements of a MPC.
