K-9
The K-9 topic page provides police K-9 handlers with news, education and training content that will increase the effectiveness of their performance as a K-9 handler and the effectiveness of their K-9 team.
Join a veteran police officer, who not only shares his own stories but weaves in the captivating stories of his father, a former K9 handler
This deputy brings an unusually calming peace to cops, the community and critical incidents
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service inspector, K-9 making a difference
The law increases penalties for anyone who assaults or kills a law enforcement animal, including a hefty fine on top of paying for medical costs
Brad Smith, who had retired after 30 years of service, also designed and implemented a K-9 SWAT & K-9 Patrol Tactical School known as S.K.I.D.D.S. and CATS
“Multiple officers from multiple area commands... knew what to do, knew how to respond, knew how to shut down traffic, and they did that,” SWAT Commander Bryan Peterson said. “Ultimately, that’s what saved Enzo’s life. “
K-9 Rivan, who was assigned to the Sussex I State Prison, “lost his life while potentially saving the lives of two people, his assigned officer and an inmate,” VADOC said
LVMPD K-9 Enzo was deployed to stop a knife-wielding man who lit a fire in an apartment building; the man stabbed Enzo after being bitten
The primary responsibility of K-9 Pasky, named after Officer Anthony “Pasky” Pasquarello, is “to provide comfort, care, and support to our dedicated staff,” said Essex County Sheriff Kevin Coppinger
The officer, who is still with the department but was demoted to a position that separated him from his K-9 partner, alleged that he was called names, maligned by false rumors and retaliated against by department leaders
The 32nd annual K-9 Trials saw K-9s and their handlers showcase agility and detection prowess, with proceeds supporting law enforcement initiatives
K-9 handlers participating in the recent 32nd Annual LVMPD K-9 Trials in Las Vegas took some time out backstage to share their pups’ favorite toys
The event honors the bond and skills of K-9 units, highlighting their crucial role in public safety and fostering deeper connections between police and the community
K-9 Zeppelin dangled from his leash before Deputy Lauren Donaldson pulled him back over the barrier
The suspect fled in the stolen vehicle, then on foot, before being taken in by a K-9 team
The “Dogs that Serve” exhibit, which will be open through May 5, showcases the work of Margaret Foxmoore, who has been photographing the NYPD Transit Bureau K-9 Unit for six years
This is the fifth child K-9 Kuno and Deputy Eric Calhoun of the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office have located
A Hall County Deputy was setting up for a K-9 training exercise near a pond when he heard a hissing sound and saw an alligator charging at him; he climbed an embankment to escape uninjured
The suspect’s vehicle slammed into Officer James Muhlbauer’s patrol car, killing him and his K-9 partner Champ; the impact caused the cruiser to strike and kill Jesse Eckes, a pedestrian
K-9 Luca was deployed to stop a suspect after a vehicle pursuit; when the suspect shot Luca, deputies returned fire, killing him
"[K-9 Leo] will never be forgotten, and he will stay in the hearts of all of us in the [Marion County Sheriff’s Office],” PIO Valerie Strong said
“You can’t beat the dog’s nose,” Officer Matthew Gullo said. “Any electronic device that has storage capability, they find because they all have the same chemical in common”
Supporters of the tougher penalties argue that the animals are vital to protecting the public and are like family both to the officers who work with them and their relatives
“We’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Zoltan for his dedication and exceptional service to the Bureau and our community,” police said. “Our community is safer and stronger thanks to Zoltan’s commitment to duty, honor, and courage”
K-9 Sledge survived the stab to the jugular vein and blood loss, and he is expected to make a full recovery, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety said
K-9 Shadow was trained in drug interdiction with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office
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Auburn Police K-9 Biza tracked the child’s scent for more than 2 miles to where the child had been a short time earlier,
Kansas Highway Patrol K-9 Igor spent several days in the ICU after the incident and was able to return home and recover
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