About K9s of Valor
K9s of Valor was founded to fill in the gaps in K9 unit funding through donations of life saving equipment, grants and supplies to help ensure the safety of law enforcement K9s across the country.
Founder Nate King with K9 Belle Fulshear, Texas Police
Meet Our Team - Nate King
It was breaking news on January 10, 2016 that launched a journey of protecting our law enforcement K9s. K9 Jethro and Officer Davis with Canton, Ohio Police were on patrol, doing what they do every day, putting their lives on the line and protecting our community. After responding to a burglary call at a local grocery store, K9 Jethro was shot by the suspect and later died from the injuries.
Our founder, Nate King, was deeply touched to do something to keep our police dogs safe. With a love of dogs and a passion for serving in law enforcement, Nate began doing research on K9s and lifesaving equipment such as trauma kits, bullet proof vests and vehicle heat sensors. After speaking with several K9 Officers he found that the majority of law enforcement agencies do not have a budget for their K9 Unit. Instead, agencies rely heavily on community support or the handler pays for the items out of their own pocket.
K9s of Valor donated K9 Barry to the Shreveport Police Department. Featuring Christina Roof with K9 Barry
Meet Our Team - Christina Roof
Christina Roof joined K9s of Valor in 2019 by way of Capitol Hill. Christina worked as the National Legislative Director for two large veteran service organizations for many years in our nation’s capital. While she worked most issues encompassing the defense and veteran worlds, she had a passion for the issues involving military working dogs and service dogs. In fact, Christina has authored two pieces of legislation that were later signed into law regarding working dogs. Since joining K9s of Valor Christina has helped grow the organization and thus the number of K9 teams we help. While involved in all aspects of the organization, Christina has focused on outreach, fundraising and public relations.
K9 Ambassadors of K9s of Valor
K9 Arlo
Retired K9 Arlo- @officialk9arlo was shot in December 2020 while assisting Officers with the apprehension of a non-compliant suspect. Arlo's wounds were nearly fatal & ended his career in Washington State, but he has continued to play an incredibly important role as a member of our team in his retirement. To date, Arlo has helped raise more than $20,000 for @k9storminc ballistic vests and @dustoff_k9 trauma kits. Arlo & his handler always step up to help and we are honored to have them as members of our team.
K9 Arlo's story: The former police dog survived two fatal gunshot wounds - VoxBliss
K9 Luky
Retired K9 Lúky- @k9_luky has been a member of our pack since December 2020. He & his handler have played a critically important role in helping us vest K9s across AZ & the country. In fact, Lúky's handler has single handedly sized over 70 K9s for their @k9storminc vests. Luky is also a resource for law enforcement agencies across the country when it comes to education about the vests. Lúky's handler has more than 25 years in law enforcement & is a priceless assest to us & countless agencies. K9 Lúky was a powerhouse as a working K9 with the Phoenix PD & still is in retirement as a part of our team.
K9s of Valor Donates Hot N Pop to K9 Gauge
K9s of Valor Donates Narcan Overdose Kits to Rosenburg, Texas Police
K9s of Valor Donates Bulletproof Vests to Reynoldsburg Police
What We’ve Achieved
Over 1,000 Care Packages full of treats, toys and gift cards donated
Over 475 Naloxone Overdose Reversal Kits donated
Donated three fully trained dual purpose police K9s to the Cal Poly University Police Department, the Shreveport Police Department and the Trigg County Kentucky Sheriff's Office.
Trauma kits donated to over 600 agencies for their K9 units
Over 75 K9 Storm Bullet Resistant Vests donated to law enforcement K9s across the country
Supported retired police K9s to help with veterinarian costs, orthopedic beds, supplies and care packages to keep them comfortable and give them the retirement life they deserve
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Thank you for your support and generosity towards the K9s of Valor cause.
Supporting K9 officers and keeping them safe. That is the purpose and mission of K9s of Valor. By shopping in the store, donating to the K9 Memorial Fund, or contributing in any other way, you are helping us fulfill that mission. Thank you for all of your support!
Thank you to our partners for supporting our mission.
