American Working Dog Association

11/27/2025

11/11/2025

Thank you !

11/10/2025

11/09/2025. Congratulations to Samantha Greives, Kendra Cotter, and Melissa Parker of Liam K9 SAR in Pennsylvania for passing their HRD LAND TYPE IV certifications, and Melissa for passing HRD WATER TYPE V SHORE ONLY cert!

09/30/2025

https://www.bullocksk9kennels.com/post/the-essentials-of-training-canine-handlers

Training canine handlers is a critical process that ensures the effective partnership between dogs and their human counterparts. Whether for law enforcement, search and rescue, or service roles, the skills and knowledge of a canine handler directly impact the success of their missions. This article....

09/26/2025

New dual purpose certification Justin Wardman of the North Huntington PA Police Department ( Tim Crane ) evaluator ! Congratulations and welcome

09/23/2025

AWDA Certified team getting it done in Ohio ! Great work!

‼️‼️‼️🚨 K9 alert🚨‼️‼️‼️
K9 Pogo and the Mahoning Valley Drug Task Force recently took down a major drug operation! 🐾🚔 During a coordinated search, K9 Pogo alerted to over 300 grams of co***ne, leading to a successful seizure that also uncovered illegal fi****ms and currency tied to the operation. 💵🔫
This is a huge win for our community as we continue to work together to combat drug trafficking and keep our streets safe. A special thanks to K9 Pogo for his incredible work and to the entire task force for their dedication. 🙌

09/21/2025

Buffalo New York some pics from today su***de preventions walk in downtown Buffalo. We had eight AWD therapy dogs present. Thanks John Knoph for the photos !

08/08/2025

https://www.bullocksk9kennels.com/post/training-tracking-dogs-for-police-effective-techniques-and-best-practices

Tracking dogs play a critical role in modern law enforcement. They are invaluable assets for solving cases and locating suspects or missing persons. Training these K9s effectively requires understanding their natural instincts, mastering various techniques, and employing professional strategies. Thi...

07/13/2025

https://www.bullocksk9kennels.com/post/dealing-with-unscrupulous-police-dog-kennels-a-guide-for-law-enforcement-and-dog-handlers

It is essential for law enforcement agencies, dog handlers, and the department heads to understand the potential pitfalls associated with kennels