CRK-9 stands alone as the only organization delivering a third-party, in-depth certification that evaluates both the handler and the canine together.
This comprehensive process ensures each team meets the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and welfare. Certification includes detailed assessments of canine temperament, obedience, and public access skills, as well as a review of your agency’s K-9 policies to confirm best practices and safeguard both personnel and the canine. The result is a trusted, mission-ready wellness resource that supports your agency and the community you serve.
Building stronger, more resilient teams through specialized canine–handler partnerships.
The Community Resource K-9 (CRK-9) Initiative provides specialized support for first responder agencies by combining evidence-based wellness practices with effective canine-assisted solutions. We offer agency consultations, canine acquisition assistance, and custom training programs—from handler-only instruction to full start-to-finish integration with a new canine. Whether launching a new program or enhancing an existing one, CRK-9 delivers mission-ready support that strengthens resilience, reduces stress, and builds meaningful connections within the agency and the community.