The Sheriff’s Office currently has three canine units. All the canines and handlers attend training programs meeting State of Ohio canine certification criteria.

Deputy Kirker’s partner is “Paik”, a German Shepherd trained in patrol duties.

Deputy Spears partner is “Paco”, a Belgian Malinois also trained in patrol duties.

Deputy Dyer is the handler for “Sammy”, a bloodhound used for locating missing and wanted persons.

Deputy Kirker and Paik

Deputy Spears and Paco

Deputy Dyer