Category 5 K9

09/03/2026

We are super excited to announce Shelter to Search alumni K9 Canyon is being honored as ASPCA’s Dog of the Year! He is being recognized for his service as a human remains detection dog supporting search operations after disasters from the Maui Wildfires to the Kerrville floods. K9 Canyon will be headed to New York later this fall to accept his award.

Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/pets-animals/2026/09/03/aspca-2026-humane-awards/91591381007/

09/02/2026

Shelter to Search Alumni K9 Rusty doing a demo at Nellie Pederson Civic Library!

09/01/2026

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of retired K9 Rogue.

Rogue was one of the original Shelter to Search pups, going from homeless at City of San Antonio Animal Care Services to a dedicated search canine with Texas A&M Task Force 1 from 2014 to 2021. During his career, Rogue deployed to support communities affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Michael, Tropical Storm Barry, the Polk County and North Texas tornadoes, and the Wimberley flood.

From shelter dog to a hero that helped others, thank you for your service, Rogue. Rest easy.

09/01/2026

Exciting news for Pixel! After a whole year looking for a home of his own he has officially been adopted! Pixel is officially a spoiled only dog with 5 acres to play on and all the attention of his new owner.

08/30/2026

COURTESY POST
Currently available through San Antonio Pets Alive

Luna is a great 10-12 month old mix breed pup that is looking for a home of her own. Her foster brought her by for screening. Luna does not have toy drive necessary for detection work but she’s is a confident, social, and balanced dog. Luna had no problem with having her feet, ears, or muzzle messed with by a stranger. She also did not flinch at the airhorn and had no hesitation walking on novel surfaces. Luna has gotten along with the other dogs in her foster home with careful introduction and as long as food and treats are not left out. She also did well on trips out to Home Depot. Luna could potentially make a great service or therapy dog or just a great loyal pet. Message the page and we will put you in contact with her foster family.

08/26/2026

Check out Christy and K9 Canyon representing the canines of Texas A&M Task Force 1 this morning for National Dog Day!

Texas A&M Task Force 1 Training Coordinator Christy Bormann explain...

08/26/2026

Checkout this interview with one of our board members Grace and her K9 Bones and future K9 Dragonfly!

Texas A&M Task Force 1 Search and Rescue team has a canine unit that uses dogs to search for survivors at disaster sites. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! Take your pup out for an adventure or a pup-cup to celebrate!

08/25/2026

Even with temperatures reaching over 100 this weekend the CAT5 alumni on Texas A&M Task Force 1 were training hard.

Photos include K9s Olive, Jurni, Taz, Pferal, and Alley.

08/19/2026

COURTESY POST
New Braunfels, TX - Private Rehome

We screened Sir this week. He’s a 13 month old neutered shepherd mix that is confident and friendly. Sir did not have enough toy drive for detection work but was very food motivated. He is tolerant of strangers messing with his ears, feet, tail, and teeth. Sir didn’t flinch when we set off a surprise airhorn. We think Sir would make a great service dog candidate or possible food reward based detection candidate.

Message the page and we will put you in contact with Sir’s owners for more information.