When she’s off duty, our police K9 enjoys being a dog just as much as she enjoys working.

She loves playing with any type of ball, especially her narcotics find ball, which remains her favorite toy even when she’s off the clock. During the summer months, she can often be found stretched out in the sun, soaking up the warmth. In the winter, she’s happiest playing and rolling in the snow for hours at a time.

One of her favorite activities is when my 5-year-old son hides her toys around the yard so she can search for and find them. It keeps her sharp while letting her have fun doing what she naturally loves.

When she’s inside, she enjoys relaxing on the couch, getting tummy rubs, and chewing on a bone. At the end of the day, she settles comfortably into her indoor kennel for a good night’s sleep, ready to go back to work when called upon.K9 Channy – In Service Since May 2025

K9 Channy has been deployed operationally since May 2025 and has quickly proven to be a valuable asset in narcotics enforcement, suspect apprehension, and building searches. Since deployment, the team has conducted dozens of vehicle sniffs, building searches, human tracks, residential narcotics search warrants, and apprehensions of wanted persons.

Narcotics Detection Successes

Conducted numerous vehicle sniffs resulting in multiple narcotics seizures.

Indicated on several vehicles that yielded small amounts of narcotics.

Indicated on five (5) vehicles that resulted in the seizure of felony-level narcotics.

During one traffic stop, Channy alerted to a vehicle that ultimately led to the discovery of a large quantity of cocaine.

Following that traffic stop, officers obtained probable cause to search the owner’s residence. During the residential search warrant, Channy located a safe concealed inside a closet. A search of the safe resulted in the seizure of two (2) kilograms of cocaine.

Building Searches

Assisted in the safe clearing of large commercial and residential buildings in response to alarm activations and suspicious person calls.

Provided enhanced officer safety by systematically searching structures prior to officer entry.

Apprehensions

Responsible for six (6) non-bite apprehensions since May 2025.

The majority of apprehensions involved individuals with felony charges.

Demonstrated strong control and discipline, resolving apprehensions without the need for physical engagement.