CANINES in the Spotlight

Dita – the Hair Missile

Dita – the Hair Missile

With these high caliber working dogs, when we as trainers, do our jobs correctly, to the dog a training scenario and a real-life deployment look the same

The Nose Has It

The Nose Has It

CIK9 provides quarterly training opportunities for working K9 teams across Central Indiana. Our most recent course was attended by 24 dog/handler teams representing 10 different departments.

The Shadow Fund – it’s all about the dogs

The Shadow Fund – it’s all about the dogs

While the overall idea was to ensure that the handler/owner would not suffer a financial crisis in caring for their dog, the ultimate goal is to make certain the K9 receives the care needed in spite of the cost.

TTirado sniffs for fun now!

TTirado sniffs for fun now!

On May 29, 2020, TTirado put on his harness for the last time finishing a full 8 year career with his partner. TTirado now gets the luxury of retiring to Keith and being a cherished pet.

The Night You Train For

The Night You Train For

In Loving Memory of K9 Harlej, Killed in the Line of Duty
Last night, was the night as a K9 handler you train your heart for but are never truly ready.
I lost my K9 partner Harlej early this morning doing what he loved.

99 Days Strong

99 Days Strong

As Jelka was approaching the ball she was hit by a Ford F-150. I can still hear the sound as if it was yesterday. I came running around the corner and I saw my partner running to me with her back left …

Brownsburg’s Top Dog

Brownsburg’s Top Dog

Zeus is so much a part of the culture and environment of Brownsburg High School that his picture was placed in the staff section of the yearbook.

They Leave it All on the Field

They Leave it All on the Field

Sitting in a dry creek bed, wearing the equivalent of five winter coats, I could feel the sweat dripping down my face as I heard the dog rapidly approaching. 

Trading Dollars for Days

Trading Dollars for Days

The only option was surgery, there was no way I would give up on him. After all, he had never given up on me or anyone in the community we served.