Dog handler and trainer programמיזם מטפל ומאלף כלבים
What the Dog handler and trainer program role asks for, and what it holds
A program in which soldiers handle and train dogs.
Combat supportProfile 64+WomenOlive green
The role asks for a medical profile of 64 and up and a Hebrew score of 5 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
The Hebrew score runs from 1 to 9.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Open to
- Women
- Medical profile
- 64 and up
- Hebrew score
- 5 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
The IDF's page also names a lowest score in 3 traits.
The IDF's page lists these traits among the role's requirements, each with the minimum score the role asks for.
- Effort and persistence3
- Caring for people2
- Keeping to a framework2
This is what the work of the role holds.
Soldiers in the role care for dogs and train them.
This is how the training for the role runs.
The training takes place in the unit.
This is what service in the role looks like.
The role serves at bases across the country.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- Interest in the profession.
- Ability and understanding in caring for a dog.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Dog handler and trainer program role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 64 and up and a Hebrew score of 5 and up.
Who can serve as Dog handler and trainer program?
The role is open to women.
Is there a try-out for Dog handler and trainer program?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Dog handler and trainer program hold?
The training takes place in the unit.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Dog handler and trainer program
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.