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The Supporters of Shawano K-9 group is a non-profit, community-run organization dedicated to the continued existence and advancement of the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department K9 Division. The Supporters of Shawano K9 group is a non-profit, community run organization dedicated to the continued existence and advancement of the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department K9 Division. SOS K9 inc is not run by the Sheriff's Office but a group of concerned citizens dedicated to raise necessary funds for training, equipment and the purchasing of K9s.

11/01/2026

🐾🎉 Celebrating K‑9 Ruckus All Month Long! 🎉🐾

It’s officially Ruckus’ birthday month, and we’re taking the whole month to celebrate the stubborn, sweet, high‑drive Belgian Malinois who works tirelessly to keep our community safe.

Ruckus isn’t just a working dog; he’s a partner, a protector, and a loyal teammate who shows up every single day ready to serve. From narcotics detection to tracking and protection work, he gives his all to Shawano County, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the dedication he brings to every call.

So this month, help us honor the boy who never quits and never backs down.

💙 Thank you for your service.
🐾 Happy Birthday Month!

10/26/2026

🐾 Throwback Spotlight: K‑9 Cody & School Resource Officer Nathan Thornborrow 🚔

For 3 unforgettable years, Officer Nathan Thornborrow and K‑9 Cody worked together as a dedicated team. Their partnership left a lasting impact on students, families, and the entire community. 💙🌟

With 18 years and 10 months in law enforcement, Officer Thornborrow now serves as a School Resource Officer, continuing his mission of building trust and connection with youth every single day. 📚🤝

K‑9 Cody proudly served 4 years, bringing unmatched energy, enthusiasm, and heart to his work. He loved being around kids, excelled at public demonstrations, and became a beloved ambassador who helped bridge the gap between law enforcement and our youth. 🐾✨

K‑9 Cody was energetic, dedicated, and happiest when he was at school. His presence made students feel safe, excited, and connected. A true example of how a working dog can strengthen community relationships. 🏫💛🐶

On their very first shift together, Lt. Thorpe told Officer Thornborrow he needed to prove they were a strong team before attending the WLECHA annual conference.
On their first traffic stop, K‑9 Cody alerted on a vehicle; leading to four drug arrests. He proved himself from day one. 🚔🌟💪

🐾 Fun Facts About Cody

- His given name in Hungary was “IQ.” 🧠
- Cody had a hilarious talent for finding skunks; both on duty and at home. With all that fur, it made for some very stinky situations. 🦨😂💨

💛 Cody’s Diagnosis & Retirement

On March 6, 2016, K‑9 Cody was diagnosed with an aggressive large‑cell lymphoma affecting his nasal passage and later his colon. He was taken out of service on March 10, 2016, but his team was determined to give him a loving, meaningful retirement. 💛🐾

A heartfelt thank‑you to Dr. Grman and the Animal Hospital of Howard. Their care and support allowed Cody to undergo chemo and enjoy a high quality of life throughout his retirement. 🩺💙

K‑9 Cody reached his end of watch on January 2, 2018, at just 6 years old; only months shy of his 7th birthday on March 18, 2018. 🌈🐾

One of the attached photos shows the incredible stack of get‑well cards from students; a beautiful reminder of how deeply K‑9 Cody touched the hearts of the kids he served. 🐾💙

We honor Cody’s service and continue to thank Officer Nathan Thornborrow for his years as a dedicated handler, for his partnership with SOS K‑9, and for the support and guidance he brings to our community today. 💙⭐️

10/01/2026

✨🐾 Throwback Spotlight: K-9 Getty & Detective Craig Rekoske 🐾✨

Today we’re honoring another unforgettable Shawano County K‑9 team - K‑9 Getty and his handler, Detective Craig Rekoske. Their partnership spanned 8.5 years, marked by dedication, discipline, and an unbreakable bond forged through countless moments of service. 💙🚔

K‑9 Getty served the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department for 8.5 years, working alongside Craig, who has devoted 20 years to law enforcement and continues to serve our community as a detective. Together, they formed a team known for focus, reliability, and exceptional tracking skills. 🚓💼

Getty was all business - serious, driven, and always ready to work. His commitment to the job made him one of the most dependable K‑9s in the county.🐾🐕

Throughout his career, Getty made a powerful impact, including one unforgettable moment:

🔍 Tracking five individuals who fled from a vehicle and successfully locating four out of five.
A testament to his skill, determination, and the seamless teamwork between dog and handler.

Getty’s dedication didn’t end at retirement. In true working‑dog fashion, he refused to settle into life as an inside dog. Instead, he continued to patrol the yard, keeping watch and alerting Craig whenever someone pulled into the driveway. Once a K‑9, always a K‑9. 🐕💙

We honor Getty’s years of service and thank Detective Craig Rekoske for his continued commitment to Shawano County, his partnership with SOS K‑9, and the lasting legacy he and Getty built together. ⭐️🛡️

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years after Sept. 11, 2001, we pause to remember the lives lost, honor the first responders and service members who answered the call, and recognize the resilience of a nation forever changed by that day.

The legacy of 9/11 lives not only in remembrance, but in the generations of Americans who chose service, sacrifice and commitment to something greater than themselves.

Today, we honor the fallen, those who responded in our nation’s darkest hours, and the families whose lives were forever changed.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Throwback Spotlight: K‑9 Deano & Captain Nick Prey ✨🐾

Today we’re looking back on one of Shawano County’s most unforgettable K‑9 teams; K‑9 Deano and his handler, Captain Nick Prey.

K‑9 Deano was born in Germany on May 4, 2005, and joined the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department in March 2007. During his service, which continued until his retirement in 2012, Deano mastered the art of tracking and narcotic detection. 🇩🇪🐕

Deano was known for his playful personality, endless energy, and unwavering dedication to his work. Throughout his career, he served Shawano County by:

🔍Locating missing people
🎒Performing locker “sniffs” in schools
🚫Keeping drugs out of classrooms
🛡️Protecting his handler and fellow law enforcement officers

Deano was proudly partnered with the current Captain Nick Prey, who has dedicated 25 years of service to the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department. Nick began his career as a correctional officer and worked his way up to his current role as Captain. Together, Nick and Deano formed an unstoppable, deeply influential team whose work strengthened safety, trust, and community protection across the county. 🚓💪🏻

K‑9 Deano passed away on September 2, 2016, but his legacy continues to live on through every life he protected and every case he helped solve. 🌈🐾

We honor Deano’s service and continue to thank Captain Nick Prey for his years as a dedicated handler, for his partnership with SOS K‑9, and for the leadership he brings to our community today. 💙⭐️

08/26/2026

🐕🐾 Happy National Dog Day!! 🐾🐕

Throwback to all of our wonderful furry friends, we cherish all of the dogs that have served and continue to serve our community!! 🤍💙

How many of these furry faces do you recognize??

08/02/2026

💙🐾 What an incredible day for the S.O.S. K‑9 Golf Tournament! 🐾💙

Thank you to every single person who came out to golf, volunteered, joined us for dinner, and supported our K‑9 team! Your energy, generosity, and community spirit made this event unforgettable.

A huge shoutout to the amazing people who worked behind the scenes to make the tournament happen - from planning and setup to raffle tables, baked goods, and everything in between. We truly couldn’t do this without you.

And to our sponsors and donors… your support keeps our K‑9 program strong, equipped, and thriving. We are so grateful!!

Thank you for showing up BIG for Ruckus and our K‑9 Unit. We appreciate you more than you know.

(Sponsors and Donors listed in the comments below)

07/30/2026

⛳️ THROWBACK THURSDAY ⛳️

Flashback to 2017 - 24 teams, perfect weather, and a community that showed up BIG for our K‑9 crews! From first tee‑off to the final raffle ticket, the whole day was nothing but laughs, friendly competition, and heart. 💙🐾

If you spot someone you know, TAG THEM in the comments below! 📸🙌

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🔥 And now… the 2026 SOS K‑9 Golf Tournament is only TWO DAYS AWAY! 🔥

We’re ready to be bigger, better, and full of that same community energy - but we need YOU out there with us.

Will we see you Saturday? 👀⛳🐶💙

07/27/2026

🐾🥩 MEAT LIVE AUCTION- SOS K‑9 Golf Tournament!

Get ready for this year’s live auction at the SOS K-9 Golf Tournament!!

This year’s auction features a ¼ beef donated by Josh and Marie Yonker, processed by Hillcrest Meats in Lena, WI.

The Yonker family has deep local roots - his sister, Taylor served with the City of Shawano Police Department, and his mother, Julie is an active member of the Gillett Area Ambulance Service, helping provide emergency care across Shawano County.

🎟️ Bid live during the meal!
🥩 ¼ beef - $1,000 value!
🏌️‍♂️ Processing handled by Hillcrest Meats
(winner covers processing costs)
🐾 All proceeds benefit SOS K‑9 and Ruckus’s ongoing community service

The steer will be dropped off August 12, and the winning bidder will be contacted by Hillcrest for cutting instructions.

Come for the golf, stay for the excitement, and support our local heroes, both two‑legged and four‑legged!

See you August 1 at Shawano Lake Golf Course! 🔥🐾

07/13/2026

💙🐾 Calling All Bakers - We Need You 🐾💙

We are looking for baked good donations for our upcoming golf tournament - cookies, bars, cupcakes, breads, pies, anything you love to make!

Every treat donated helps us raise money for training, equipment, and care for our hardworking K‑9s. If you’d like to contribute, just send us a message.

📩 Message us to donate.
Thank you for supporting our K‑9s and making this event sweeter than ever!

Address

Shawano, WI
54166

Telephone

+17158514700

Website

https://www.sosk9shawano.com/

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