Wellington Police Train Dogs to Drop to Ground During Haka

Members of the Wellington District Police have trained members of its canine unit to participate in the haka, as shown in this video shared on December 4.

Police dogs Tasman, Loki, Phase, Quita, Kong and Ice were filmed dropping to the ground on command, along with their handlers.

The haka is a traditional Maori war dance performed at sporting events and ceremonies such as Anzac Day, Remembrance Day, birthdays and weddings. Credit: Wellington District Police via Storyful