How Are the Police Dogs Cared For?
Each police dog has a dedicated handler who cares for them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The dog joins the officer for work each day. Each dog serves on the K-9 unit for a minimum of four years. After retirement, a police dog remains with its handler and the handler's family as a companion.
What Is the Typical Workday for a Police Dog?
A typical workday for a police dog might include responding to potential alarm, search, or breaking-and-entering calls, as well as any violent crime calls where the police dogs' abilities may be in need of use. Police dogs and their handlers also take part in Dublin's Citizen and Youth Academies, in addition to giving presentations on the K-9 Unit's Activities at local educational facilities and for community groups.
If you would like to schedule a presentation by the K-9 Unit, please contact
Crime Prevention.