Patrol Dogs Did you know dogs can be Did you know dogs can be Did you know dogs can be police officers too They are called K-9 officers K-9 officers and handlers work together to keep people safe K-9 is short for canine which means dog 4
A K-9 handler and his patrol dog are partners The K-9 handler is responsible for taking care of his partner Handlers wash and feed their K-9 partners 5
Always ask a K-9 handler before touching a patrol dog K-9 patrol officers look for suspicious activity They work at large events and in other busy areas You might see a K-9 officer at your school 6
Handlers and their K-9s are sometimes asked to find a suspect that has run away The patrol dog will follow commands to stop the suspect These officers are looking for a suspect 7
