K9 Program

The Sheriff's Office Foundation proudly supports the Sheriff's K9 unit through donations received.

A portion of the funds received goes directly to items such as:

• Retirement Care for the K9's
• Tactical K9 ballistic vests
• Training equipment and tools

The Sheriff's Office Foundation also provides financial support for the annual K9 Trials. This event is open to the public, where you can watch local area police dogs and handlers compete for bragging rights!

Information on the 2024 K9 Trials.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office currently has five canines that are used in a variety of roles throughout the county. There are currently two K9s that are trained in tracking, one K9 that is trained in narcotics detection, and two K9s that are cross-trained in both tracking and narcotics detection.