K-9 Artie of Montague Police Department

04/09/2024

12/06/2022

Happy Birthday to me! 🎂

06/18/2022

K9 Artie and I were once again humbled by our great community!

While I was on my way in for evening shift I was called to the station lobby to speak with someone. I was met by Kacen, Koen, and their Mom Tarah, we all had met a few weeks prior at Cumberland Farms. Kacen approached me then and I soon learned he wants to be a K9 Handler. They had some spare time so Kacen, Koen, and Mom got to meet K9 Artie. They saw a glimpse of K9 Artie’s disciplines while he displayed some obedience and demonstrated evidence recovery on the side of Cumberland Farms.

Today they met me at the station, not for a demonstration, but to donate to K9 Artie’s Fund. Kacen was so impressed with Artie he took it upon himself to raise $100 at his lemonade stand. The donation then grew to $200 because the family matched, in dollars, Kacen’s efforts. Included with the donation was a note from Kacen. Koen wrote his own thank you note and handed it to me separately. A very special gesture by both.

To say that we are humbled is not enough, Kacen and Koen you made my/our night with your kindness, thoughtfulness, and generosity!! Thank You so much!!!

K9 Artie has been very successful through his career both in his working dog skills and in his community outreach efforts. His career and success wouldn’t have been possible without the help and collaboration of the community. Once again thank you Kacen and Koen!!

05/19/2022

https://www.facebook.com/100069229689293/posts/314768304174157/

UPDATE! Niko's handler arrived, with the publics help, we knew about where Niko was. The moment Niko saw his handler he obeyed his commands and returned unharmed! Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. We can all sleep better tonight.

Earlier today, Thursday 05/19/2022, approximately 9:30am while being professionally kenneled in Gill Massachusetts, our beloved K9 Niko was able to scale two 6' high fences and fled into the woods. Niko was being watched while his handler was out of town on vacation. It is well within policy and customary for police k9's to be kenneled while the handler is out of town.

Nearly a dozen K9 handlers from all over western Massachusetts assisted officers from Greenfield, Gill , Northfield, Environmental Police, Massachusetts State Police and members of the Franklin County Sheriffs Department in attempt to find and secure the Niko. Many residents of Gill also assisted us in the search. We were able to locate the dog four separate times, the latest near Kuzmeskus Bus company, but the dog, not being comfortable with anyone but his handler kept running away. There is such a strong bond between K9's and their handlers that we believe the dog is searching for his handler and is evading capture on purpose. We have suspended the active search for Niko as we don't want to further exhaust the dog, or create an opportunity for him to fearfully run into the street. His handler made arrangements for an emergency flight back home in order to assist searching for Niko and will be back in the area later tonight. We truly believe as soon as his hander calls for him, he will return.

The residents of Gill were notified through reverse 911 that if they see Niko to not approach or try to contain the dog, this will only make him run and hide more. Instead, please call the Gill Police Department who will further assist us in knowing the approximately whereabouts. Our department will respond with K9 cruiser, a place he loves and feels comfortable in, to see if he will load himself. Knowing his location will also make it easier for his handler to find him. Niko is highly trained we do not believe he is dangerous to people unless he is frightened, cornered or injured. Once again, do not approach him, but please call.

Please share out prayers for the safe and prompt return of our fellow K9 partner.

05/14/2022

Police Week 2022

Today we pause to remember the members of the K9 community we lost in 2021. We honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and laid down their lives in the line of duty, as well as those we lost to illness and natural causes. Every loss has an impact on all of us, and we believe it is our duty, and an absolute honor, to help keep all of their memories alive. So please take a few minutes and join us in remembering members of the K9 community we lost in 2021.

03/24/2022

Happy National Pup Day!!

02/20/2022

On this day 8 years ago I was united with K9 Artur (Artie). It was a special day, so grateful for our bond, we’ve accomplished so much!

01/04/2022

A dog will always lead the way!
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12/07/2021

It’s this dude’s Birthday, nine has never looked so good! Staying active keeps him young and man has he been active! Through the years he has located his objectives and has accomplished so much. K9 Artur has positively affected so many lives!!....including mine! K9 Artur, you rock!!! ❤️💙

10/09/2021

💙 K9 Artie demonstrating an article search in the video link. Great event, great turnout!

https://www.facebook.com/SunderlandMAPD/videos/744289000296344/