And, with amazing agility, Douglas County K9 officer Hunter leaped into duty.

It’s transition time for the K9 program, which proudly serves the residents and visitors who rely on their services.

Each K9 officer has a handler. Sgt. Wade Lerfald has dedicated more than 15 years of his career to the K9 program. He and Vinny have won many awards at the regional and national level. At a retirement gathering May 23, Douglas County Sheriff Troy Wolbersen presented K9 Vinny with a plaque to thank him and Lerfald for their partnership service. Read More