Conservation K9s

Global Conservation Force K9 Units are on the frontlines of wildlife protection, serving as an essential tool in tracking poachers, detecting wildlife contraband, and locating live endangered species in need of rescue or monitoring. These specially trained dogs and their handlers form a powerful bond that turns dedication and training into life-saving action.

Your support helps GCF fund every stage of this vital program:

• Training and Deploying K9s for Wildlife Protection: From early detection dogs to dual-purpose anti-poaching dogs, GCF sponsors the selection, training, and long-term care of conservation K9s trained to detect rhino horn, pangolin scales, ivory, and more.

• Handler Development and Tactical Training: We don’t just train the dogs—we train the humans, too. GCF hosts K9 handler training programs to ensure our partner reserves and rangers have the knowledge, techniques, and confidence to work effectively with their canine teammates.

• Operational Support and Sponsorships: K9 teams require ongoing investment—kennels, vet care, food, gear, transport, and continued training. Through sponsorships, donors can directly support individual dogs or field units, helping sustain their impact year-round.

• K9s for Conservation Research: Beyond anti-poaching, our dogs are helping researchers find live, elusive species like pangolins and turtles, and even endangered plants—contributing to science-driven conservation and monitoring efforts.

With your help, we can grow this program and deploy more K9 units to reserves in need, strengthen handler skills, and protect wildlife with the power of scent, teamwork, and unwavering determination.

Sponsor a dog. Support a handler. Save a species