Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation

02/11/2026

🚨 TRAIL LAYERS NEEDED THIS WEEKEND! 🚨

Hancock County Search and Rescue K9 is training this weekend, and Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation is bringing in instructors for our team.

We need volunteers to lay trails Friday morning/afternoon and Saturday afternoon.

No experience needed — we’ll show you exactly what to do. Come help the dogs train!

Message us or comment if you can help!

12/18/2025

✨ Website Refresh ✨
I’m freshening up the website and updating some content. If you have any good photos of your dogs working and wouldn’t mind me using them, feel free to send them my way!

Thanks to everyone who helps showcase the work these dogs do 💙

12/12/2025

💙 Thank you, Walmart Hardinsburg! 💙

We are so thankful to Walmart in Hardinsburg, Kentucky for their very generous donation to the Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation. Your support helps us continue our mission and make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

We truly appreciate your generosity and commitment to giving back. 🐾

12/09/2025

Thank You, Tell City Walmart!

Thank you to the Tell City Walmart for their generous grant to KYK9SAR — the Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation. Your support helps us train and equip K9 teams so we can better assist in searches and recovery efforts across our community. We are truly grateful.

— Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation

12/08/2025

Thank You, Walmart Harrodsburg!

We are incredibly grateful for Walmart in Harrodsburg, KY, for their generous donation to the Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation. Your support means so much to us and helps strengthen our mission to serve communities across Kentucky.

Thank you for believing in what we do! 🐾❤️

10/03/2025

The Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation is proud to give back at CSAR 2025, hosted by Red Dirt Oklahoma Search and Recovery.

Item to donate: YETI Tundra 35 Hard Cooler in Rescue Red 🔴❄️

We’re honored to support this event and the amazing work being done in the search and rescue community. 🐾❤️

07/07/2025

HUGE THANK YOU to Lowe’s of Owensboro – District 1294, Store #0657 🐾💙

Last week, we had an emergency. Our freezer—used to store training aids—suddenly quit!! These materials are absolutely essential for real-life training that prepares our K9s to recover the missing and bring closure to families.

Without proper storage, those crucial aids would have been lost.

That’s when Lowe’s came to the rescue.

Cody and Dusty didn’t just help—they showed up in a big way. They provided our nonprofit with a brand-new freezer, discounted from $1,000 to just $300, and had it ready for us that very night so nothing went to waste.

Their generosity and quick action directly impacted our mission and helped keep our K9s on track for some of the most difficult and meaningful work out there.

From all of us at the Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation, thank you for standing behind us and supporting the work we do.

👏 Please join us in showing love to Cody, Dusty, and the team at Lowe’s Owensboro, District 1294, Store #0657!

03/10/2025

Did you know that many companies offer Volunteer Grant Programs? These programs provide monetary donations to nonprofits like ours in recognition of the volunteer hours their employees contribute. By simply dedicating your time, you could unlock additional funds to support our mission!

How You Can Help:
1. Check with Your Employer: Inquire if your company has a volunteer grant program. Human Resources or Corporate Social Responsibility departments are great places to start.
2. Submit Your Hours: If eligible, follow your company’s procedure to log your volunteer hours. This often involves a simple form or online submission.
3. Notify Us: Let us know once you’ve submitted your hours so we can track incoming grants and acknowledge your invaluable support.

By taking these steps, you not only contribute your time but also amplify your impact through potential corporate donations. It’s a win-win for everyone involved!

Thank you for your continued dedication and support.

03/09/2025

🚨 We Need Your Input! What Fundraisers Work Best? 🚨

The Kentucky K9 Search and Rescue Foundation is planning future fundraising efforts, and we want to hear from YOU!

What types of fundraisers have you seen be the most successful? Whether it’s raffles, events, sponsorships, merchandise, or something creative, we’d love to know what works best in our community.

Your feedback will help us continue providing vital resources for search and recovery efforts, training K9 teams, and supporting families in need.

Drop your thoughts in the comments! Thank you for being part of our mission. ❤️🐾

01/04/2025

Do you have what it takes to become a Certified Trail Layer Extraordinaire? (No certification actually required)

On January 11, mid day in Owensboro, I’m recruiting a few brave souls to help lay trails for K9 training. No experience required — just show up with your legs, your sense of adventure, and the willingness to be (temporarily) hunted by a dog.

Perks include:
✅ Fresh air (it’s basically nature’s free spa)
✅ Bragging rights (tell your friends you’re a “professional trail ninja”)
✅ The thrill of confusing a highly trained K9 (briefly, but still counts)
✅ Exclusive access to a top-secret, high-stakes, trail-laying mission (ok, maybe not that intense, but it sounds good)
✅ The chance to prove you would survive in the wild (kind of)
✅ Free cardio (gym memberships are overrated)

Interested? Slide into my DMs for the top-secret deets.

12/18/2024