Nero
K-9 Nero is partnered with Deputy Bowen. A black German Shepherd, Nero is trained in tracking, article and building search, narcotics detection, apprehension, and more. Together, Nero and Deputy Bowen patrol the City of Green.
Taro
K-9 Taro is partnered with Deputy Gary. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Taro works with the Summit County Drug Unit where he and Deputy Gary conduct specialized narcotics operations, patrol throughout the county, and assist local law enforcement agencies with drug investigations.
Marlo
K-9 Marlo is partnered with Deputy Kemp. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Marlo is trained in tracking, article and building search, narcotics detection, apprehension, and more. Together, Marlo and Deputy Kemp patrol and respond to calls throughout Summit County.
Dino
K-9 Dino is partnered with Deputy Naelitz. A German Shepherd, Dino is trained in firearms detection, tracking, article and building searches, and apprehension. Together, Dino and Deputy Naelitz provide security at the Summit County Courthouse and other county government buildings.
Bolt
K-9 Bolt is partnered with Deputy Ruggles. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Bolt is trained in explosives detection and serves as a valuable asset to the Summit County Bomb Squad.
Luna
K-9 Luna is a Yellow Labrador Retriever trained in explosives detection. Partnered with Deputy Tait, Luna serves the Akron-Canton Airport and responds alongside the Summit County Bomb Squad to assist with specialized calls throughout the region.
Max
K-9 Max is the first in a new program launched in 2024 to deploy narcotics-detecting dogs within the Summit County Jail. Following the statewide legalization of recreational cannabis, many Ohio K-9s trained to detect cannabis had to be retired; however, these dogs continue to serve a valuable role in preventing drugs from entering correctional facilities. Max provides an additional layer of detection during the booking process and patrols the jail in search of illicit substances. He is partnered with Deputy Walker.
Max
Hero
Hero is the second narcotics detection K-9 to join the Summit County Jail team as part of an initiative to prevent illegal substances from entering the facility. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Hero is partnered with Deputy DeVictor.
Bingo
Bingo is the third narcotics detection K-9 to join the Summit County Jail team. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Bingo is trained in narcotics detection, tracking, and article searches. He is partnered with Deputy Sutar.
Mara
K-9 Mara is the fourth narcotics detection K-9 assigned to the Summit County Jail. A German Shepherd, Mara is trained in narcotics detection, tracking, and article searches. She is partnered with Deputy MacAdam.
Vasek
K-9 Vasek is partnered with Deputy Graber. A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Vasek is trained in tracking, article search, narcotics detection, and apprehension. Together, Vasek and Deputy Graber will be working patrol in Summit County.
Bruno
K-9 Bruno is partnered with Deputy Incarnato. The German Shepherd is trained in firearms detection, tracking, apprehension, and article search. Bruno and Deputy Incarnato will also be working in the Summit County Courthouse complex to bolster its safety and security.
Zoro
K-9 Zoro is partnered with Deputy Stachowiak. The German Shepherd is trained in explosives detection, tracking, and apprehension. Together, Zoro and Deputy Stachowiak will work at the Summit County Courthouse and other county government buildings to help ensure the safety of all those who work or have business there.
