In a typical year, IPD's dog teams are trained in excess of 5000 hours. This insures that the teams continue to meet Department-defined standards of proficiency. The Dogs Narcotic Detector Training Police dog candidates are selected for specific traits and drives. IPD uses German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds for felony apprehension and narcotics detection. Labrador retrievers are used for explosive detection.
Several dogs are dual-trained in felony apprehension and narcotics detection.
Our Canine Photo Album includes pictures of our dogs. Constant attention is given to the health and care of the Department's dogs. The average active service life of a police dog is five to seven years. This association has played a valuable role in helping the Department obtain police service dogs, training equipment, and uniforms. It also has supported officer attendance at canine training seminars and conferences.