The police in the Free State urge the public to donate suitable dogs to them to increase the operational K9 capacity in the police.
The SAPS is in a process to improve the K9 capacity in the province. Police dogs are utilised to provide both proactive and reactive services in the SAPS. They are deployed for narcotic detection, explosives detection, protected species detection, biological body fluid detection, currency detection, carcass and hide detection, as well as the gathering of sheep during stock theft investigations, the tracking and apprehending of dangerous suspects, fire investigation, and search and rescue operations.
The following breeds will be accepted: border collies, German shepherds, Belgian shepherds, labradors, bloodhounds, rottweilers, golden retrievers, German shorthair pointers and Jack Russells. Dogs must:
- be between nine months and three years old,
- be confident and energetic
- not be scared of people or loud noises,
- be able to walk on a leash; and
- have a strong and even temperament.
Crossbreeds will be accepted if they meet the strict SAPS organisational requirements.
Potential donors can contact the Provincial emergency and Flash Services: K9 and Mounted Services on weekdays between 08:00 to 16:00 on 051-412-6678 or 082-565-9674 or MalefaneML@saps.gov.za.
