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Mississippi Wildlife K9 Unit Assists Conservation Officers During Waterfowl Season

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) operates its own K9 Unit to support conservation officers during enforcement activities. The unit assists with compliance checks, particularly during waterfowl seasons.

At Mahannah Wildlife Management Area, K9 teams work alongside officers to monitor hunters and ensure adherence to bag limits. The specially trained dogs help identify violations and protect wildlife resources, according to MDWFP.

MDWFP shared footage of the K9 units in action, providing an inside look at how these teams contribute to wildlife conservation efforts. The department encourages the public to watch a full episode showcasing the K9 Unit’s work at this link: https://youtu.be/fMw3AGSNClk?si=NcG__aVGQpmtAS-u.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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