Jaco Kiewiet, an American K-9 Detection Services handler

Jaco Kiewiet, an American K-9 Detection Services handler from Johannesburg, South Africa, directs his partner Bongo to check a vehicle for explosives during a training exercise held on Forward Operating Base Lagman, Afghanistan, Oct. 31, 2012. AMK9 explosives and narcotics dogs are an important part of the force protection measures employed on the base. The dogs and handlers train six days a week to ensure they are constantly honing their abilities. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Lori Bilyou)