Meet Comando, a Chihuahua who has become Mexico’s smallest National Guard recruit. The seven-kilogram dog joined the force six months ago after he was rescued when his former owners could no longer care for him, Comando has been trained for search and rescue, and wears protective glasses, a tactical vest, and a head-mounted camera. Footage shows him climbing stairs and tackling obstacles during a National Guard training session. Comando attends civic events, school fairs, and community activities, helping bring officers closer to the public. His recruitment is part of efforts to soften the National Guard’s image amid debate over its militarisation of public security.