"That is just vile": Video of Detroit TSA dog handler aggressively pulling canine leaves netizens outraged 

A viral video of a Detroit TSA dog handler aggressively pulling an explosive detection canine has left netizens fuming. The video features the handler pulling the animal with a jerk. CBS reported that as the video made its way on social media and reached higher authorities, the TSA dog handler was suspended from his duties, pending an investigation.

Several social media users pointed out that the dog looked uneasy as the handler pulled him aggressively.

As per CBS, the dog has been taken to a vet for a wellness check. A TSA spokesperson also addressed the issue and released a statement that read:

“The behavior displayed by this handler is unacceptable, and not within the high standards we hold our officers to. TSA officials at DTW have removed the employee from handling duties pending completion of an investigation and directed that the canine be taken immediately to a veterinarian for a wellness exam."

The now-viral video has left social media users infuriated. One netizen commented:

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

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Detroit TSA dog handler's aggressive treatment leaves netizens appalled

Social media has been abuzz with comments and outrage over the video of the TSA dog handler in Detroit being aggressive towards the animal.

The video, which has been widely shared on platforms like Twitter and Facebook, has prompted many people to report the matter to PETA and tag relevant authorities in hopes of prompt action.

The incident has raised concerns about the treatment of animals in TSA and other security operations and has led to a heated debate online. Here is how social media users have reacted to the video:

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

Social media users infuriated after a video of TSA handler aggressively pulling the dog emerges on social media. (Image via Twitter)

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K-9 trainers reported that the handler seen in the video seems he has inadequate training in handling the canine

As the video went viral, many K-9 trainers have also spoken up and claimed how dangerous it can be for the dog to be treated in this manner. According to Michael Burkey, a former police K-9 trainer, the TSA agent seen in the video demonstrated inadequate training.

While speaking to Fox2 Detroit, Burkey said:

“We do turn-arounds that the dog has to adjust to the handler. But to just drag him like that where he almost flips over is just inappropriate. It’s not good training at all.”

Furthermore, many dog trainers spoke up on the matter and claimed that dog handlers should be trained better by authorities.

While the Detroit authorities have claimed to have suspended the dog handler seen in the video, there has been no comment yet from the employee’s end on the matter.