The Beginning

Military Dogs

The use of dogs by the U.S. military dates back to the Civil War, but it wasn’t until the early 2000s that canines became integral to various military operations.

These highly trained dogs can perform remarkable feats such as jumping from a helicopter and swimming 800 meters to shore, navigating 10 kilometers of rough terrain to complete a mission, and even detecting the difference between human and explosive odors in the chaos and noise of the battlefield.

Our Founder

Mike Ritland

Team Dog was founded by Mike Ritland, a former Navy SEAL and Special Operations K9 Trainer, who spent 12 years working with the world's most elite dogs and has trained thousands of personal protection, security, military, and police dogs.

Leveraging Mike's extensive expertise, Team Dog collaborated with a team of veterinarians and nutritionists to develop a comprehensive line of healthy dog food and supplements tailored for all dog breeds, ages, and activity levels.

Best Dog Food & Treats

Experience + Science

Team Dog provides customized meal plans and the most comprehensive selection of healthy dog food, treats, supplements including dry, raw, and freeze-dried options, to ensure your dog receives top-quality nutrition.

Nonprofit Support

Warrior Dog Foundation

Proceeds from every purchase at Team Dog.shop support the Warrior Dog Foundation.

This foundation bridges the gap between service and retirement for military and law enforcement dogs, offering care and rehoming for dogs that might otherwise face euthanasia when they can no longer serve.

By shopping with us, you not only provide top-quality nutrition for your dog but also give these brave canine warriors a second chance, making a life-saving impact with your support.

Warrior Dog Foundation

Brand Ambassadors

The superior quality of Team Dog products, combined with our support for the Warrior Dog Foundation, has attracted an elite group of brand ambassadors to our team.

  • Mike Ritland

    Former Navy SEAL for 12 years and head of the West Coast SEAL Canine Program training group

  • Will Chesney

    Navy SEAL and member of the team who captured Bin Laden, and author of "No Ordinary Dog"

  • Jeff Reid

    Former Navy SEAL, an Iditarod musher, and owner of the Frozen Trident Kennel in Alaska

  • Dave Castro

    Former Navy SEAL, Director of CrossFit, and Fitness expert

  • Chris Cappa

    Former Navy SEAL, Lead Breacher and Multi-Purpose Canine (MPC) Handler

  • Max Ledesma

    Former Navy SEAL Sniper and founder of Asylum Security

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