K9
The Elko Police Department maintains a canine unit in an effort to provide the City of Elko with the best police service possible. The canine unit allows the department to increase productivity, deter crime, and improve public relations with its improved search capabilities, drug detection, and the added dimension of tracking.
Our K9s and their Officer handlers received certification through nationally recognized training associations and NV P.O.S.T. The Unit has three K9s, single and dual-purpose trained.
Our K9s and their Officer handlers received certification through nationally recognized training associations and NV P.O.S.T. The Unit has three K9s, single and dual-purpose trained.
Police K9s are specifically trained to assist members of law enforcement in their duties, including detecting drugs and explosives, locating missing people, protecting law enforcement officers, and apprehending fleeing criminals. |
Belgian Malinois DOB 2017 Certified May 2019 |
Belgian Malinois DOB 2014 Certified 2016 |
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