Police departments across the country train dogs to help with various aspects of law enforcement. As a result, certain breeds have been identified as being highly qualified for police work in K-9 ...

New York State Pit bull police dog graduates from K9 school, defies breed's savage stereotypes Published: Nov. 13, 2015, 5:15 p.m.

When she graduates Friday from K9 training school, Kiah will be one of just a few pit bulls to serve as a police dog. It’s a job usually given to breeds that don’t come with the pit bull’s ...

She graduated Friday from K9 training school. Kiah is one of just a few pit bulls to serve as a police dog. It's a job usually given to breeds that don't come with the pit bull's reputation ...

When it comes to police dogs, the law seems to have its favorites. The American Kennel Club specifies three major skills dogs should excel in to become a police dog: apprehension, detection, and ...

The Pennsylvania State Police’s K9 Rom will be honored at the 2023 National Dog Show on national television on Thanksgiving Day 2023.

Pit bulls, a common name for some terriers and mixed-breed dogs that have long been stigmatized, are moving out of shelters and into jobs once reserved for other breeds—as police dogs.

Some of the hardest-working members of the police force are police dogs. They are trained to serve and protect their communities, just like their fellow officers. They are called K-9 officers, as ...

From problem-solving Collies to whip-smart Poodles, these are the breeds that pair sharp intelligence with loyalty, energy, and a strong desire to please.

BROCKTON — Woody the black Labrador retriever is a first for the police department's canine unit. In addition to his breed, the 8-month-old dog will serve as Brockton's first narcotics and ...