Amtrak K-9 Teams Hard at Work

WHY IT RATES: Amtrak is pairing up police officers with a furry friend as the first line of defense in keeping the rails and it's passengers safe from potential threats of explosives.-Jessica Zickefoose, TravelPulse Associate Editor

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As customers ride the rails throughout the U.S. for business or pleasure travel this summer, they may encounter Amtrak K-9's working hard to protect America's Railroad®. As a key part of the railroad's multi-layered approach to security, Amtrak Police Officers on the K-9 Unit are paired with a furry partner who only stands 3-feet-tall. By working together, this duo is the first line of defense in protecting passengers and stopping potential threats before they happen.

Strategically deployed at stations throughout the network, Amtrak Police Department K-9 teams provide a psychological and physical deterrent to potential threats from explosives. Currently, more than 50 K-9 teams are involved in up to 1,000 train trips a month.

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