CURRENT CIRT K9 HANDLERS
Sgt. Matt Schull (Retired) and CIRT K9 Josie (Retired) proudly served with the Independence PD, MO, where K9 handlers like them worked tirelessly for freedom.
Detective Kim Shirley-Williams (Ret) and CIRT K9 Rowdy, a dedicated K9 for freedom, are associated with the Kansas City FOP Lodge 99 in Kansas City, MO. CIRT K9 Rowdy is set to return soon with a new agency and handler, continuing the important work of K9 handlers.
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Major Justin Jones and CIRT K9 handlers, including K9 Cash from Madisonville PD, KY, are dedicated to ensuring K9 for freedom in their community.
CIRT K9, along with K9 handlers like Sgt. Brought, was officially sworn in by Overland Park PD Chief, marking a significant step for K9 for freedom.
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Sgt. Curtis VanderLinden (Retired) with CIRT K9 Dozier from Grain Valley PD, MO, is now retired, but both Curtis and Dozier, as skilled K9 handlers, are preparing to return soon under a new public safety agency focused on providing K9 for freedom.
Master Deputy Jack Weese and CIRT K9, Gus, play a vital role in the Johnson County Sheriff Department, KS, where K9 handlers like them work tirelessly for freedom.
Sgt. Max Yakovlev and CIRT K9 handlers, along with K9 Duke, are dedicated to serving the Burnsville PD, MN, showcasing the vital role of CIRT K9 in promoting safety and freedom.
Assistant Chief/Fire Marshall John Burrow and CIRT K9 Marshall from Savage FD, MN, work closely with K9 handlers dedicated to the mission of K9 for freedom.
Officer Michelle Mikinley and CIRT K9 Jax are dedicated members of the team in Bartlesville, OK, working together to support the mission of K9 for freedom and assisting K9 handlers in their vital roles.
Sgt. Meagan Morgan and her CIRT K9, Liberty, serve with the Oklahoma City PD, OK, embodying the spirit of K9 for freedom alongside dedicated K9 handlers.
Kim Hunter, Communications Supervisor and CIRT K9 Handler, along with CIRT K9 Lola, work diligently at the Clay County Sheriffs Dept in MO, exemplifying the dedication of K9 handlers who support our mission for freedom.
Officer Autumn Branham, along with CIRT K9 Echo, serves with Fort Worth PD, TX, exemplifying the dedication of K9 handlers in their mission for freedom.
M. Sgt. Scott Pope and CIRT K9, known for their dedication and proudly serve with the Oklahoma City PD, OK alongside other skilled CIRT K9 handlers.
Christina O'Rear, Reg. Director of the Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network and a retired Grapevine PD Police Officer, is also known for her work with CIRT K9, including her dedication to K9 handlers and the mission ofK9's For Freedom & Independence alongside her partner, CIRT K9 Remi.
Chief Andrea Weygand, along with CIRT K9 Justice, supports the efforts of Sayre ISD PD in promoting the role of K9 handlers in her community and with K9's For Freedom & Independence.
Lt. Harold Bozeman from the Willmington PD, DE, works closely with CIRT K9 Barry, a dedicated K9's For Freedom & Independence, alongside skilled K9 handlers.
Deputy Colleen Graham of the Monroe Co. Sheriff's Dept. in NY is seen here with CIRT K9 Blue,.
Deputy Craig Wehr and CIRT K9 Zivon from the Franklin Co. Sheriffs Dept. in KS are dedicated to their mission.
CIRT K9 is collaborating with SRO Samantha Bell from Odessa PD, MO, showcasing the vital role of K9 handlers in K9's For Freedom & Independence.
CIRT K9 Wookie, alongside Officer Kelly French from Fort Worth PD, TX, exemplifies the dedication of K9 handlers committed to serving and protecting our community, showcasing how a K9's For Freedom & Independence can make a significant impact.
Officer Phillip Mathis and CIRT K9 Rye from the Kansas City PD, KS, exemplify the dedication of K9 handlers in their mission.
Lt. Brandon Claxton and CIRT K9 handler Beau from Blue Springs PD, MO are dedicated to their mission with their agency.
COMING SOON
Officer Shannon Couch and CIRT K9 Max (In Training); Abilene PD, TX. Join us as we support our K9 handlers and their mission to train dedicated K9's For Freedom & Independence.
We have many teams from across the nation that have certified through AERIE at a seminar we put on. These dogs are not from our organization, but all are welcome to come to training and certify if they meet the basic standards. Reach out to find out more.
CIRT K9 (In Training) Azalea is training, but will be leaving for Major Co Sheriff's Dept in Feb.
In addition to the dogs that came from CIRT K9, we also had dogs certified from various organizations including Hays Co SO-TX, CBP-TX/NY/CA, Norman PD-OK, Moore PD-OK, and San Mateo Co SO-CA, all contributing to the training of K9 handlers focused on K9 for freedom.
Many agencies come to our seminars, even if the dogs don't come from our program. As long as you and your K9 partner meet the prerequisites, you are welcome to come. Reach out to find out where the upcoming seminars will be.
Here are just a few of the agencies that certified at our seminars through AERIE.
Bella Pitbull Mix Norman PD, OK
Ben Poodle Mix San Mateo Co SO, CA
Jak Poodle Mix Norman PD, OK
River Yellow Lab CBP
Monte Black Lab CBP
Annie Poodle CBP
Mirko German Shep. Hays Co SO, TX
Sophia Rose Poodle OKC PD, OK
Charity Golden Ret Mono Co SO, CA
Izzy Newfoundland CBP
Fitzroy Newfoundland CBP
(Just to name a few)