2025 USPCA Region 21 K9 Detector Trials

04/16/2025

04/02/2025

⚡️DONATION⚡️

The Iron Warriors MC Central Iowa Crue'd Pigs came through with a PLATINUM LEVEL DONATION! We can't thank their club enough for the support and everything that they do for first responders!

See below to learn about the IWMC!

The Iron Warriors Motorcycle Club (IWMC) is represented by approximately 700 members across the United States with chapters in 22 States.

We are recognized as a 501c3 non-profit organization made up of current and retired law enforcement officers and firefighters. The Iron Warriors own and ride V-twin motorcycles made by North American-owned companies. The camaraderie of riding with like-minded individuals strengthens the dedication in providing assistance and support to our communities, departments, families and members.

The IWMC membership contributes much of its free time toward the efforts of raising money to support the families of Fallen Police Officers and/or Firefighters. The IWMC additionally supports our
Veterans of the military, as they have sacrificed much, and some sacrificed all.

The IWMC generosity is not limited to Public Safety Officers or Veterans. Individual chapters will routinely seek out those “civilians” within their community who may have fallen on hard times and are struggling to make ends meet. We do this to express our gratitude for their ongoing support of our professions.

Please, support your local IWMC next time you see them hosting an event!

03/24/2025

Go Cubs Go!

The Iowa Cubs graciously donated 4 tickets to a game for the 2025 season!

ICubs games are a blast, even if you are a Cardinals fan. Nothing beats a day at Principal Park.

03/24/2025

💢DONATION💢

Thank you to Ray Allen K9 for donating several pieces of narcotic gear, a harness, as well as a treat pouch! The Ray Allen metal cans are a must have in training detection work and will be a great item for our raffle!

Ray Allen Manufacturing has been engineering tactical and working dog gear such as harnesses and collars for police, military, and dog training professionals for over 75 years. Ray Allen takes pride in their detailed craftsmanship, and their online store and showroom offer top quality branded products.

Ray Allen constantly strives to innovate our products to benefit military, hunters, trainers, and all those who work hard, on duty or off. Our expertise comes from our service and commitment to these men, women, and their K9 warriors.

03/24/2025

Remember to wear appropriate attire for sample odors as we will have Paul Houston taking professional photos of you and your K9 for FREE!

03/07/2025

📸Donation!📸

Paul Houston Photography will be taking portraits of every competitor and their partners! We have always appreciated Paul taking time out of his day to continually take photos of our K9's through the years!

Here is a short Bio of Paul and his hobby of photography!

03/07/2025

T-Shirts!

Go to our store and purchase your shirts! If you'd like me to bring them to you, select "Pick Up My Order" and I'll get them to you.

Remember, anyone can purchase them to support our trial!

https://www.ordergroupwear.com/k9_detector_trials_region_21/shop/home

03/02/2025

🏆GOLD🏆 Sponsorship!

East Village Foot and Ankle Surgeons!

When it comes to your adult and pediatric foot and ankle care, look no further than East Village Foot & Ankle Surgeons. Their industry-leading podiatrists, Dr. Justin Raatz, Dr. Kelsey Millonig, and Dr. Alexxis Cary specialize in foot and ankle surgery for both adults and children, offering the latest, most effective procedures with state-of-the-art technology. From common bunions and ankle sprains to the most complicated reconstructive procedures, their team is by your side, working to get you back on your feet. Visit one of their clinics in Des Moines, Mason City or Pella!

We want to thank East Village Foot & Ankle Surgeons for their support!

02/21/2025

⚡️PLATINUM⚡️

Thank you so much to our PLATINUM sponsorship from Front Line Therapy! We appreciate all you do for this profession and our support to these K9's!

Front Line Therapy, LLC is a local mental health practice in West Des Moines, Iowa, specializing in supporting First Responders, Military Personnel, and their families. Recognizing that these professionals often encounter more trauma in a single shift than civilians do in a lifetime, the practice offers:

Individual and Couples Counseling: Tailored sessions to address personal and relational challenges.

Departmental Trainings and Consultation: Educational programs to enhance resilience and coping strategies within teams.

Department Proactive Wellness Checks: Annual check-ins with first responders as a proactive way to support mental wellness.

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Debriefings: Support sessions following critical incidents to process and mitigate stress.

All clinicians are trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective method for healing trauma exposure.

Front Line Therapy, LLC

For more information or to schedule an appointment, you can visit their website at https://frontlinetherapyservices.com/⚡️

02/07/2025

REMINDER to competitors!

Reserve that hotel room by February 26th or your command might have a few questions on the price hike!

Drury Inn
(515) 457-9500

02/07/2025

⚡️DONATION⚡️

We want to say a big THANK YOU to Scheels for their Silver Sponsorship!

The West Des Moines Police Department and Scheels have had a great relationship through the years with a tremendous amount of support shown to us.

Scheels is the place to go for a large variety of areas including sporting goods, outdoors, clothing, and so much more! West Des Moines is lucky to have such a great store in our community!

01/28/2025

👊Donation Alert👊

Iowa's Trusted Biohazard Cleanup Company, Iowa CTS Cleaners, coming through with a Silver Donation!

Iowa CTS Cleaners specialize in a wide variety of services including hoarding cleanup, crime scene cleanup, death cleanup services, and any biohazard cleanup. Veteran owned and operated, contact Iowa CTS Cleaners!

www.iowactscleaners.com