LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Today) – The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Police Department added a new dog who learned the old tricks of explosives detection. Dodger, a “remarkable” K-9 is already making campus safer and more secure.
UNLPD acquired Dodger, a 23-month-old Malinois mix, in May. After an extensive six weeks of training with the Lincoln Police K-9 program, Dodger and his handler, Sgt. Anderson Delgado, earned certification July 24.
He and fellow UNLPD K-9 officer Gida, a 5-year-old Malinois mix, sweep facilities for many athletic events, the Lincoln Marathon, assist with concerts at the Pinnacle Bank Arena, major campus events, and will also respond to reports of unattended items. UNLPD has maintained two K-9 teams since 2017. The Malinois breed has colors and markings similar to a German Shepherd, but are often leaner and have an athletic build…