The Dearborn Police K-9 Unit consists of three dogs.

Deacon is a German Shepherd and weighs in at 75 pounds and is handled by Cpl. Gordon Morse. Deacon was born in Slovakia, and came to the United States in August, 2002. Deacon is trained in tracking, narcotics search, building search, area search, obedience, agility and handler protection. At work Deacon loves to fight crime but when he is off-duty he enjoys playing fetch and watching “Rin Tin Tin” reruns.

Max is Bloodhound and comes from Colorado. He is trained and certified in both tracking and cadaver detection. Max tips the scales at 130 lbs. Max is currently the only law enforcement Bloodhound in southeast Michigan. The Bloodhound has the keenest sense of smell of any canine and has a nose one million times more powerful than a human. While off duty, Max enjoys jumping on his backyard trampoline.

Cuba is an all black German Shepherd from Slovakia. Cuba weighs 90 lbs. Cuba is handled by Corporal Ed Doulette and is trained in narcotics detection, tracking, area and building search along with tactical deployment. When Cuba is not busy fighting crime, he loves spending time with his family and playing tug of war.

The canine unit trains daily, in addition to attending various schools throughout the year. The handlers also helps to instruct other K9 Units and are considered experts in their respective area of canine handling.

The Dearborn Police Canine Unit is sanctioned by NAPWDA (North American Police Work Dog Association).