09/24/2025
K9 Copper has a special request:
Do you have someone or know someone that may walk off or forget where they are supposed to be going? You can help your Search and Rescue team by creating a scent article for the K9 Teams. Please see directions below! Message our page if you have questions.
K9 Scent Preservation Kit Instructions
1. Put on gloves
2. Open gauze pad
3. If capable, have the person take gauze pad and rub it on face, neck, arms and legs (if infant, or not capable, parent can do this step with gloves)
4. Place gauze pad in plastic bag
5. Seal bag
6. Write name of person and date on label, then adhere label to bag
7. Store in freezer for up to 5 years
8. In the event the person goes missing or runs away, give this kit to K9 handler