K9 Units are essential for officers and the communities they serve.  Our law enforcement officers need highly trained K9s to help meet the growing needs of our population.

K9s attending community events enhance security and public safety.  Studies show that their visible presence significantly deters and reduces criminal activity, aids in de-escalating potentially dangerous interactions, and creates a much safer environment.

K9s receive extensive training for specialized tasks such as explosives and drug detection, search and rescue, and tracking. Their ability to detect threats, alert their handlers, react quickly, and neutralize threats plays a fundamental role in protecting our officers. K9s can also quickly cover large areas improving search efficiency for missing persons and suspects. 

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Currently, when a K9 is injured or retires, there's often months or even years when a department is awaiting their next trained and certified K9 to join them. This lag time is often due to the initial expense of purchasing and training, which is approximately $25,000.  SCK9HF will assist in bridging that gap.

For more information: https://www.nationalpolicedogfoundation.org/