The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department’s K-9 teams have once again proven to be among the best in the state.
Deputy John Schwede and his K9 Rocky, and Deputy Chris Hemauer and his K-9 Knox participated in the annual Karl Zeitler Memorial K9 Challenge in Oconto Falls this past weekend.
The Deputies and their K-9 partners participated in events such as article searches, area searches, and a timed apprehension challenge.
K-9 Rocky earned the Top Dog Award for the Narcotics Search, while he and Deputy Schwede were named the Top Team.
Not only do the duo have bragging rights until next year’s event, but they also bring home a $3,500 donation for the Department’s K-9 program.