Category 5 K9 works with shelters and rescues across the United States to identify dogs that show potential for becoming working dogs. Once identified they work hard to find these amazing dogs jobs that they will love. The Category 5 K9 alumni have jobs in wilderness and urban search and rescue, narcotics detection, explosives detection, contraband detection, and even conservation work.

K9 Kavika was transferred to Category 5 K9 from San Antonio Animal Care Services. Today he's an explosives detection canine.

K9 Artimys was found in a trailer park by Charming Pet Rescue before being transferred to Category 5 K9. Today she's a human remains detection canine certified by FEMA and International Police Work Dog Association.

From Shelter to Search Program

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