India, June 1 -- Inside Mysuru city's elite 10-member Police Dog Squad

By Ganesh Anil

With sharp instincts, disciplined training and an unbreakable bond with their handlers, the Mysuru City Police Dog Squad has emerged as one of the most dependable arms of crime investigation.

From tracing narcotics and explosives to picking up crucial clues at crime scenes, these highly trained canines have repeatedly proved their worth, earning admiration both within the Police force and among the public.

At major crime scenes, one question is almost always heard: "Has the dog squad arrived?" The confidence people place in these dogs is not misplaced. Their keen sense of smell and ability to track evidence have helped investigators crack several dif...