By Christina Macone-Greene via The Union-Tribune August 6, 2009 VALLEY CENTER - Nikki, a German shepherd protection dog, races toward Tom Riche and sinks its sharp teeth into his padded sleeve. In one fluid motion, Riche spins the dog in midair then safely...
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