The K-9 Unit is an enhanced support function for the Patrol Unit and other departmental units.
The K-9 Unit’s primary functions are to respond to calls of incidents with armed or dangerous suspects, in-progress felonies, tracking missing persons or suspects, crowd control, building searches, searches for articles or evidence (including narcotics), and public demonstrations.
The K-9 Team, comprised of one handler and one dog, undergoes rigorous training before being used as a team. Once certified through the State of Ohio, the K-9 Team is subject to continual training in all areas that the team may be used.
The Tiffin Police Department K-9 Team is a Dual Purpose team, meaning they specialize in both patrol work and detection work. Patrol work includes tracking missing persons and suspects, building searches, and suspect apprehensions. Detection work includes searching for illegal narcotics.
If you would like to schedule a K-9 Demonstration for your group or organization, please contact Sgt. Jake DeMonte by email or by phone (419-447-2323).