This year’s United States Police Canine Association national field trials were held in Punta Gorda, FL., and of the K9 teams from across the US that competed, Franklin Police returned home with top honors. “I couldn’t be prouder,” said Sergeant Aaron Compton, “This team trains hard and works hard, every day on the street, to help keep Franklin safe.”
Honors included: 1st Place Total Search (combined event scores for evidence and suspect search), with a perfect score of 180 points: Officer Brett Spivy and Axel; 2nd Place Overall (Vice Champion): Sgt. Aaron Compton and Thor; 2nd Place Agility: Officer Brett Spivy and Axel, and more.
Teams were judged in five areas: agility, obedience, evidence search, suspect search, and criminal apprehension. All four Franklin Police teams received a USPCA National Certification from the event. Each FPD team also received a USPCA Certification of Excellence for achieving a benchmark score.
