--- title: "Awards and Media Recognition | Dr. Amrut Dogguru" description: "Explore the professional recognition and media features of Dr. Amrut, the Dog Guru. See why police and forest departments trust our canine behavior expertise." canonical: https://mytribe.in/dogguru.in/k9-security-detection-services/awards-press-recognition last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Awards and Media Recognition for Canine Expertise Tribe Verified · Trusted by CID and Forest Departments. By [Dog Guru](https://mytribe.in/dogguru.in) · Based in Kengeri; Teams deploy across India · ₹55K per team per month (estimate) Part of [K9 Security & Detection Services](https://mytribe.in/dogguru.in/k9-security-detection-services). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/dogguru.in/k9-security-detection-services/gallery) My work in canine behavior isn't just about training—it is a science. These awards and media features document my journey from the field to the classroom, showcasing the impact of our methods on real-world security and conservation. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This video captures the proud moment I was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Canine Behaviour and Training. This academic recognition is a milestone that reinforces my science-first approach to dog psychology.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8717f36-e780-435e-95df-c75c7715de01) - ![A screenshot from Hindustan Metro announcing my selection for the Aryabhata International Award 2025. This award recognizes my contributions to dog training and canine behavior research.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8be0fb33-6f47-4770-856d-1e76d798a493) - [Video: Being chosen by BBC World for a documentary on my work with the Karnataka Forest Department was a great honor. It allowed us to showcase our anti-poaching tracker dog program to a global audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/921dc411-269c-4ead-889f-804983016841) - ![Posing with my mother after receiving the honorary doctorate from the Global University of Boston. Her support has been instrumental throughout my journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eb32d808-70d6-4b88-8dc5-075bcf6aad3e) - ![A close-up of the honorary PhD certificate and award from the Global University of Boston. This represents years of dedicated research and practical application in the field of canine psychology.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3367a470-521a-4f35-9366-31fcd2e6b0a3) - ![Another photo from the conferment awards ceremony in New Delhi. This recognition is not just for me, but for the entire team and the incredible dogs we work with.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/557cc648-5cbc-40c6-b1d9-9580220c50ca) - [Video: This video shows my felicitation at the Maharashtra State CID Dog Training Centre in Pune. Working with and advising law enforcement agencies is a core part of my mission.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/919daf2f-f01d-4d9d-8a22-ebbb3ae7ad36) - ![We were proud to be the official Security Partner for the Startup Finance Fest 2024. Our K9 units ensured a safe and secure environment for all attendees of this major event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a86ba5e7-727c-45c7-b1d1-a9ede71ec1d8) - ![This Kannada newspaper article details the launch of our tracker dog training program in Bandipur, a first for the state's protected forest areas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eec94c89-8554-41a1-9216-111c185cad5b) - ![The thumbnail for a news feature on our Karnataka Forest Tracker Dog Unit. Media coverage like this helps raise awareness about the important role these dogs play in conservation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5062dd13-c983-4d54-98d5-02df9af4577e) - ![A photo from a News18 feature on the country's first tracker dog training center in Bandipur. The press has been instrumental in highlighting this pioneering initiative.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fbc0f4e3-da20-4caf-87ad-bcff92dce368) - ![This image, featured in local news, shows the newly constructed training facility at Bandipur Tiger Reserve, which I helped design and establish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea62f150-0312-4b7d-b92f-3813ee342814) - ![This photo, featured in the Deccan Herald, captures the excitement at the launch of the Bandipur wildlife sniffer dog center.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/992be4e8-e99d-4e0b-aa8f-f275204e407c) - ![A screenshot of The Hindu's coverage of the inauguration of the 'Trackers dog squad training centre' in Bandipur.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e8c3126-b6eb-4af9-96bd-9c5fb9c0ed89) - ![A clipping from Prajavani, a leading Kannada daily, covering the new anti-poaching dog squad we helped train.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/296ec9cd-ebc8-4e9f-9f5d-879c26f371ae) - ![This photo was part of a DT Next news story about the three new sniffer dogs added to the Chennai Customs department's K9 squad, which we helped train.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f354dbc-4822-4bc8-a73a-4c1b7d0aa164) - ![Our K9 unit was featured in this CNBC TV18 article after responding to a bomb threat at a Bengaluru college, showcasing our real-world emergency response.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a161f7b8-f37a-429a-9986-0d6b412ff69f) - ![A news article about the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Dog Squad, a type of unit we frequently advise and consult for.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ec0ce12-9b74-4bae-973e-fbc92c4dc1e4) - ![This image is from a news story in The Week about the Indian Army's use of dogs, a field where my expertise is often sought.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e023710b-7074-40d8-9342-c7a067f46fab) - ![Another image from the News18 feature, showing the hands-on training we provide to the forest department's new K9 units.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2121e794-5f98-4fb1-9619-1ee7b85da093) ## About Awards & Press Recognition You will notice a lot of academic accolades here, but the work behind them happened in forests and police training grounds, not just conference rooms. When you look at the BBC documentary or the Forest Department tracker units, understand that this is the same methodology I apply to your dog. It is not theoretical; it is field-tested reliability that police and wildlife authorities trust daily. ### Beyond the Classroom My PhD in Canine Behaviour and Training is not just a title. It represents years of rigorous study into *Shwana Manovaitajnya* (dog psychology). While academic recognition is appreciated, the real validation comes from the field. When the Maharashtra CID or the Karnataka Forest Department brings me in, they are not looking for a typical 'dog trainer'. They need absolute reliability in high-stakes situations—whether that is tracking poachers in Bandipur or managing K9 units for police security. ### Why This Matters for You Most people look for dog training tips on the internet, but canine behavior is far more complex. * **Evidence-Based Results:** My methods are not based on outdated dominance theories but on understanding canine instincts. These are the same principles I use to train elite protection units. * **Field-Tested Reliability:** If my dogs can navigate dense crowds at a Startup Finance Fest or sniff out threats for the police, they possess a level of stability and obedience that is difficult to replicate. * **Education Over Obedience:** The press often highlights the Bandipur anti-poaching units, but my goal with every client is the same—to help you understand your dog so you can communicate effectively. I treat every dog I work with—whether a personal pet or a police K9—with the same academic rigour. You are not just hiring a trainer; you are learning to become the pack leader your dog actually needs. ## About Dog Guru People call me Dog Guru, but I am really just a student of the canine mind. My PhD and media features are simply milestones in a lifelong process of learning from every dog I have met. I bring that same rigour to your family, helping you build a relationship based on respect, not commands. 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