ABOUT THE UNIT
Partners in every sense of the word.
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit pairs specially trained police dogs with experienced deputy handlers. Together, these teams train continuously to stay mission-ready for the situations our community counts on them to handle.
From sniffing out narcotics and tracking missing persons to apprehending fleeing suspects, our K9 teams are a force multiplier for every bureau — and a beloved presence at schools and community events across the county.
4
CANINE TEAMS
24/7
ON CALL
4
DISCIPLINES TRAINED
100%
CERTIFIED
MEET THE TEAMS
Handlers & their partners
COMFORT & COMMUNITY
K9 Nala
with Deputy Peck
A friendly ambassador for the unit at schools and community events across the county.
PATROL & APPREHENSION
K9 Rafa
with Corporal Shanes
A high-drive partner trained in suspect apprehension and evidence recovery.
PATROL & DETECTION
K9 Rocky
with Deputy Grubb
A dedicated patrol and detection team, ready to track, search, and protect across the county.
TRACKING & SEARCH
K9 Scoot
with Deputy Conrad
Specialized in tracking and area searches to locate missing persons and suspects.
WHAT THEY DO
Trained for every call
Narcotics Detection
Locating illegal drugs in vehicles, buildings, and packages during investigations and traffic stops.
Tracking & Trailing
Following human scent to find missing persons, lost children, and suspects fleeing a scene.
Suspect Apprehension
Safely detaining dangerous or fleeing suspects to protect deputies and the public.
Community Outreach
Public demonstrations at schools and events that build trust and showcase K9 training.
