The State Dog Squad Training and Development Centre in Oxley has proudly graduated eight new police dogs, strengthening Queensland’s law enforcement capabilities. These canines are now ready to support frontline officers across the state.
In a significant enhancement to Queensland’s law enforcement capabilities, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) has proudly introduced eight newly trained police dogs. These canine officers have completed a rigorous 12-week training program.
The comprehensive training regimen at the Oxley facility is designed to prepare dogs for general-purpose duties, including tracking suspects, searching for evidence, and ensuring public safety. Upon completion, the dogs were ceremoniously fitted with official collars, symbolising their readiness to serve alongside their human counterparts.
The newly graduated dogs have been deployed to regions including Brisbane, Cairns, Townsville, Logan, and Ipswich, where they will assist with tasks such as tracking suspects, evidence searches, and public safety operations.
This event marked Queensland’s first stand-alone police dog graduation, underscoring the crucial role of the centre in preparing elite canine units. Equipped with modern amenities, the centre ensures both dogs and their handlers are trained to the highest standards.
The public has warmly welcomed the new canine recruits, with the QPS sharing updates and photos on social media to promote transparency and foster community support.
With the largest canine unit in Australia (111 dogs currently in service and 23 in training), the QPS demonstrates a steadfast commitment to utilising canine officers to support law enforcement efforts statewide.
Published 26-Dec-2024
