A clasp with the name of the operation for which the award is made is presented with the medal.
A further award of the Canine Operational Service Medal in another area is recognised by the issue of an additional clasp. Additional clasps are worn above previously awarded clasps, in order of date of receipt.
The following clasps have been issued for the medal:
- EAST TIMOR
- ICAT
- IRAQ 03
- SOLOMON IS II
- TIMOR-LESTE
- G.M.E. OPS
- AFGHANISTAN