K-9 Unit Receives Five New Canines

January 10, 2005

Sheriff Patrick O’Flynn today announced the addition of five new canines to the Sheriff’s K-9 Unit, made possible by the Sheriff’s Foundation. “With this purchase the Sheriff’s Foundation will support our efforts to provide exemplary K-9 services to the residents of Monroe County and promote officer safety for the Sheriff’s Office and all of the local police agencies,” said Sheriff O’Flynn. “This is one of many contributions made by the Foundation that have had direct impact on the quality of service our deputies are able provide.”

The Sheriff’s Foundation provided $35,000 for the purchase of five canines and related equipment. “The Foundation is always happy to support the Sheriff’s Office in any way possible that directly impacts the community,” said John Riedman, President of the Sheriff’s Foundation.

The canines were purchased from Amsel Training Kennels L.L.C., Akron, NY and were imported from Czechoslovakia. The Czech shepherd breed is preferred because of their sociability and ability to track and detect narcotics.

The new canines – Odie, Aron, Czar, Frankie and Mic, recently began their 14-weeks of basic training. Three of the dogs will receive an additional 6-weeks of nitrate training and two dogs will receive 6-weeks of specialized narcotics training.

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