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TSA Unveils the 2025 Canine Calendar

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated 2025 TSA Canine Calendar, a yearly tradition celebrating the dedication of the agency's canine teams throughout the United States. The calendar is now available for immediate download, allowing everyone to take a closer look at the beloved canines that play a crucial role in ensuring transportation security.

With a commitment to safety and security, TSA employs over 1,000 explosives detection canines as part of its comprehensive security strategy. Each year, approximately 300 new canines undergo an intensive 16-week training program at the TSA Canine Training Center, located at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas. During this rigorous training, these skilled animals are paired with their handlers, learning to detect various explosive odors and adapt to the bustling environments of transportation hubs.

The 2025 calendar features 13 remarkable canines, meticulously selected from over 80 entries submitted by TSA teams nationwide. Each month showcases a different canine hero along with delightful photos and interesting facts. This year's standout lineup includes:

• - Argo from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
• - Arina from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
• - Badger from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
• - Barni from San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
• - Dodo from Portland International Airport (PDX)
• - And many more!

The calendar spotlights Barni, the winner of the Cutest Canine Contest. This five-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer is celebrated for having a calm demeanor coupled with a playful personality. Barni enjoys chasing squirrels and socializing with his four-legged colleagues while also being an invaluable partner in explosives detection at San Francisco International Airport.

These dedicated canine teams, alongside their handlers, exemplify a commitment to safety, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and resilience in their mission to protect the traveling public. They work tirelessly to detect explosives and deter potential threats across all modes of transportation.

For those interested in a behind-the-scenes perspective, TSA also offers a video showcasing a day in the life of an explosives detection canine handler. This glimpse into their world highlights the vital roles they play, ensuring our nation's transportation systems remain secure.

The 2025 TSA Canine Calendar is more than just a collection of images; it's a tribute to the dedication and the loving work of these exceptional canines who contribute significantly to public safety. For additional information on TSA's Explosives Detection Canine Program, please visit TSA.gov.

Join us in honoring these canine heroes and be sure to download your copy of the calendar today!