The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office presently has two K-9 patrol units which include two deputy sheriff handlers and three canines. The canines consist of 2 German Shepherds and one black Lab.

Both German Shepherds were imported from Europe. Both are used for patrol work which includes building searches for suspects, area searches for fleeing felons or for missing persons. The German Shepherds are also used for handler and officer protection.  The dogs are also available to all local jurisdictions and police agencies in Chautauqua County and Western New York.

The K-9 team is called upon frequently for demonstrations at various schools and organizations throughout Chautauqua County. These demonstrations have become a valuable public relations tool, especially with children.

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