(McKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania; November 3, 2023):  K9 Roxy and her handler Rod Johnson recently received their re-certification through a national association.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that Rod Johnson and his Bloodhound “Roxy” attended the National Police Bloodhound Association (fall seminar) last week in Greenville, South Carolina and recertified for the next 12 months.  

The recertification required them to successfully complete multiple problem trails as well as a written exam throughout the 40 hour seminar leading up to their recertification.  

The pair is part of the McKean County Detective K9 Unit where they focus on tracking. They assist law enforcement in locating missing children and adults as well as wanted suspects.   

Johnson is also an instructor and evaluator for the NPBA instructing Law Enforcement Bloodhound teams from around the country. In addition to working in the field when requested by law enforcement, Roxy and her K9 partners attend community events with the District Attorney. 

Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/k9-roxy-and-handler-rod-johnson-receive-recertification