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'{{Infobox military unit |unit_name= Deployable Operations Group |image= Seal of the United States Coast Guard Deployable Operations Group.png |image_size= 250px |caption= Seal of the Deployable Operations Group |dates= July 20, 2007{{spaced ndash}}October 1, 2013 |country= {{flag|United States of America|size=23px}} |allegiance= |branch= {{flagicon image|USCG Parade Flag.svg|size=23px}} [[United States Coast Guard]] |type= Deployable specialized forces |role= Provide the Coast Guard, [[United States Department of Homeland Security|DHS]], [[United States Department of Defense|DoD]], [[United States Department of Justice|DoJ]] and other interagency operational commanders adaptive force packages drawn from the U.S. Coast Guard's deployable specialized force units. |size= 2,000 |command_structure= [[United States Department of Homeland Security|Department of Homeland Security]] |last_commander= Captain Eugene Gray |garrison= |ceremonial_chief= |colonel_of_the_regiment= |nickname= "DOG Teams" |patron= |motto= |colors= |march= |mascot= |battles= }} The '''Deployable Operations Group''' ('''DOG''') was a [[United States Coast Guard]] command that provided properly equipped, trained and organized Deployable Specialized Forces (DSF) to Coast Guard, DHS, DoD and inter-agency operational and tactical commanders. Formerly headquartered in [[Arlington County, Virginia|Arlington]], [[Virginia]], it was established on 20 July 2007, and was commanded by a [[Captain (United States)|captain]] and was decommissioned by the [[Commandant of the Coast Guard]], Admiral Robert Papp on 1 October 2013. Although many of the units existed long before the 2007 commissioning. Upon decommissioning, the units previously assigned to the DOG were split between Coast Guard Pacific and Atlantic Area commands. From 2007 to 2013, the DOG and DSF deployed throughout the world in support of national interests and requirements as tailored and integrated force packages. This included response to the [[2010 Haiti earthquake]], in support of the [[Deepwater Horizon oil spill|''Deepwater Horizon'' oil spill]] in the [[Gulf of Mexico]], and more recently deploying specialized counter piracy boarding teams to the Middle East to combat piracy operations. The DOG's purpose was to develop systems and processes for standardized training, [[Equipment of the United States Coast Guard|equipment]], organization, planning, and scheduling of rapidly deployable specialized forces to execute mission objectives in support of tactical and operational commanders.<ref>[https://archive.is/20120805235314/http://www.uscg.mil/pacarea/dog/ USCG Deployable Operations Group]</ref> The DOG was the Coast Guard's element of specialized forces, but was not a part of [[United States Special Operations Command]] (SOCOM) because the Coast Guard does not operate under the Department of Defense. DOG units' missions include high-risk, high-profile tasks such as [[counter-terrorism]], diving operations, intelligence-cued [[Boarding (attack)|boarding]] operations, shipboard take-downs and [[threat assessment]]s involving [[Nuclear weapon|nuclear]], [[Weapon of mass destruction|biological]], or [[Chemical terrorism|chemical weapons]]. The DOG also had [[Hospital corpsman|health services technicians]] who were attached to medical teams operating within differing commands. These technicians supported roles in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other areas with Navy and Department of Defense groups. The DOG managed Coast Guard personnel assigned to the [[Navy Expeditionary Combat Command]] (NECC).<ref>[http://iforcecom.blogspot.com/2009/03/dog-deployable-operations-group.html iFORCECOM: DOG - Deployable Operations Group]{{dead link|date=August 2014}}</ref> It was also involved in the selection of Coast Guard candidates to attend United States Naval Special Warfare training and serve with [[United States Navy SEALs|Navy SEAL teams]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.uscg.mil/announcements/alcgpsc/psc016-09.txt |title=ALCOAST 367/08 |date= |accessdate=2014-08-11}}</ref> While the program is currently suspended there are still several Coast Guardsmen serving on SEAL teams. == DOG units == DOG deployable specialized forces (DSF) was composed of approximately 3,000 Coast Guard personnel, including the following unit types: === Port Security Units (PSU) === {{main|Port Security Unit}} Port Security Units are deployable expeditionary [[force protection]]. They can be deployed domestically, or abroad in support of various Department of Defense operations. === Tactical Law Enforcement Teams (TACLET) === [[File:USCG - Tactical Law Enforcement.jpg|thumb|[[Tactical Law Enforcement Badge]] worn by qualified TACLET members. ]] Tactical Law Enforcement Teams provide specialized [[Law Enforcement Detachments]] (LEDET) to conduct [[War on Drugs|counter-narcotics]] [[Law enforcement agency|law enforcement]] and [[Maritime Interdiction Operations|maritime interdiction operations]] from U.S. and allied [[Navy|naval vessels]]. There are currently two units, Tactical Law Enforcement Team South based in [[Opa-locka, Florida]] and the Pacific Area Tactical Law Enforcement Team (PACTACLET) based in [[San Diego]], [[California]]. === Maritime Safety & Security Teams (MSST) === {{main|Maritime Safety and Security Team}} Maritime Safety and Security Teams (MSSTs) are counter-terrorism (Force-Presence) units created under the [[Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002]] (MTSA) in response to the [[terrorist]] [[September 11 attacks|attacks of September 11, 2001]]. The eleven MSSTs provide both waterborne and shore-side counter-terrorism and force protection for strategic shipping, high interest vessels, and critical infrastructure. MSSTs are a quick response force capable of rapid worldwide deployment via air, ground or sea transportation in response to changing threat conditions and evolving Maritime Homeland Security (MHS) mission requirements. Multi-mission capability facilitates augmentation for other selected Coast Guard missions. Other federal agencies that MSSTs train with are U.S. Navy VBSS Teams, FBI, and their local SWAT Teams. MSST special capabilities include: *Waterside Security *Maritime Law Enforcement *[[Dog|K9]] [[explosive detection]] teams [[File:110217-G-6349A-480 MSRT Precision Marksmen Observer Team.jpg|thumb|MSRT Precision Marksmen Observer Team]] === Maritime Security Response Team (MSRT) === [[File:Hook & Climb 002.jpg|thumb|Members of the USCG MSRT DAS hook and climb onto a target.]] The MSRT is the only unit within the Coast Guard that has counter-terrorism capabilities to conduct action against hostile targets. The MSRT is trained to be the first response unit to potential terrorist threats, deny preemptive terrorist actions, execute security actions against armed hostiles and/or non-compliant threats, execute tactical facility entry, participate in port level counter-terrorism exercises, and educate other forces on Coast Guard counter-terrorism procedures. Although the MSRT's focus is primarily on the safety and security of homeland defense, it is capable of rapidly deploying worldwide in response to incidents.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg532/pwcs.asp |title=USCG Office of Counterterrorism & Defense Operations |publisher=Uscg.mil |date=2014-03-20 |accessdate=2014-08-11}}</ref> Other specialized units and federal agencies that MSRTs routinely train with are U.S. Navy SEAL teams, U.S. Navy HSC Squadrons, Navy EOD, Special Mission Units, the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, the U.S. Border Patrol's BORTAC, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection SRT. Their motto, as seen on their unit patch, is "Nox Noctis est Nostri", which translates to "The Night is Ours". MSRT Special Capabilities include: *Counter-terrorism (CT) *Direct Action (DA) *Advanced Interdiction (AI) *Hostage Rescue/Personnel Recovery *Small Unit Tactics *Counter Assault *Tactical Maritime Law Enforcement *Medium to High risk boarding (Level III & IV) *[[Airborne Use of Force]] (AUF) *[[Dog|K9]] [[explosive detection]] teams *[[CBRNE]] Elements of the MSRT's primary assault force are known as a Direct Action Section (DAS). Members of a DAS may include a Team Leader, Comms/JTAC's, Breachers, Medics, Precision Marksmen, Observation members (snipers/observers), and team members trained to identify Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, Radiological (CBRN) threats. These assault force teams train extensively in advanced close quarters combat and advanced combat marksmanship. They are well-trained to quickly and surreptitiously [[Boarding (attack)|board]] suspicious vessels, secure gas and oil platforms or secure land-based targets by fast-roping from helicopters or using other undisclosed methods to neutralize enemy personnel. The Tactical Delivery Team (TDT) and the boat assault force are trained in advanced vessel delivery tactics and stealthy delivery of the main assault force (DAS) as well as follow on forces. === National Strike Force (NSF) === The National Strike Force (NSF) was established in 1973 as a direct result of the [[Clean Water Act|Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972]]. The NSF provides highly trained, experienced personnel and specialized equipment to Coast Guard and other federal agencies to facilitate preparedness for and response to [[Oil spill|oil discharges]], [[Dangerous goods|hazardous materials]] releases, and [[Weapon of mass destruction|weapons of mass destruction (WMD)]] incidents. The National Strike Force (NSF) includes five units with over 200 [[active duty]], civilian, [[United States Coast Guard Reserve|reserve]], and [[United States Coast Guard Auxiliary|auxiliary]] personnel. It is commanded by a [[Captain (United States)#US Navy, US Coast Guard, US Public Health Service, and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration|captain]]. * The '''National Strike Force Coordination Center''' (NSFCC) provides support and standardization guidance to the three strike teams. * Each '''Strike Team''' is a highly trained cadre of Coast Guardsmen who maintain and rapidly deploy with specialized equipment and incident management skills wherever needed. The strike teams are recognized worldwide as expert authorities in the preparation for and response to the effects resulting from oil discharges, hazardous substance releases, weapons of mass destruction events, and other emergencies on behalf of the American public. There are three strike teams within the NSF. The Atlantic Strike Team is based at [[Fort Dix]], [[New Jersey]], the Gulf Strike Team is based at the [[Coast Guard Aviation Training Center]] in [[Mobile, Alabama]], and the Pacific Strike Team is based at [[Novato, California]]. * The '''Public Information Assistance Team''' (PIAT) provides emergency public information services to [[Federal On Scene Coordinator|Federal On-Scene Coordinators]] primarily during oil spills and hazardous material releases. It is located at the National Strike Force Coordination Center.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.uscg.mil/hq/nsfweb/default.asp |title=USCG National Strike Force website |publisher=Uscg.mil |date=2014-02-24 |accessdate=2014-08-11}}</ref> === Regional Dive Lockers === The DOG has two Regional Dive Lockers that provide full-time diving capability for three primary missions: Ports and Waterways Coastal Security (PWCS); Aids to Navigation (ATON); and ship husbandry and repair in remote polar regions. Regional Dive Locker East (RDLE) is located at [[Portsmouth, Virginia]], and Regional Dive Locker West (RDLW) is located at [[San Diego, California]]. == See also == *[[Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron]] *[[Joint Maritime Training Center]] *[[Naval Expeditionary Combat Command]] *[[Patrol Forces Southwest Asia]] *[[NSRT|U.S. Border Patrol Special Operations Group]] *[[United States Naval Special Warfare Command]] *[[United States special operations forces]] *[[United States Special Operations Command]] == References == {{Reflist}} == Further reading == *{{Cite book | publisher = AuthorHouse | isbn = 9781449044398 | last = Mitchell | first = Matthew J. | title = Not your father's Coast Guard: the untold story of U.S. Coast Guard Special Forces | location = Bloomington, IN | date = 2009 }} ==External links== * {{Official website|http://www.uscg.mil/pacarea/dog/ }}{{dead link||date=August 2015}} * [https://archive.is/20130121151910/http://www.dogexternalaffairs.com/ Deployable Operations Group News Site] * [http://www.military.com/military-fitness/coast-guard-special-training/dog-seeks-more-good-coasties Guard D.O.G.s Training] * [https://archive.is/20121212020734/http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php?g2_itemId=229255 Coast Guard Magazine: DOG Unleashed] {{US Coast Guard navbox}} [[Category:Deployable Operations Group]] [[Category:United States Coast Guard]] [[Category:United States Department of Homeland Security]]'