VOICED : In Kenya anti poaching dogs are wildlife's best friends

The video discusses the training of puppies for a tracker dog unit in Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve, highlighting their role in combating poaching. The canine unit has grown significantly since 2009, playing a crucial role in reducing poaching during the annual migration of wildebeest and other animals. The unit has caught thousands of poachers, and with new puppies being trained, it aims to expand further. The urgency of this training is emphasized due to the increasing threat of poaching.

What qualities are trainers looking for in the puppies being trained for the tracker dog unit?

• Dogs that are aggressive and fierce

• Dogs that are shy and reserved

• Dogs that are active and playful

• Dogs that are calm and quiet

What is the main challenge faced by the Mara Triangle during the annual migration?

• Flooding of the savanna

• Drought conditions

• Lack of tourists

• Poaching for the commercial bushmeat trade

How do poachers typically capture animals in the Mara Triangle?

• Using nets to capture them

• Setting up wire snares

• Building large traps

• Using tranquilizer darts

How has the canine unit grown since its inception in 2009?

• It has grown from 2 to 6 dogs

• It has decreased in size

• It has grown from 10 to 20 dogs

• It has remained the same size

What is the significance of the canine unit's efforts in the Mara Triangle?

• They have stopped the annual migration

• They have reduced the number of tourists

• They have increased the number of poachers

• They have caught over 4000 poachers in 18 years