K9 Commando

25/05/2026

☀️ It's too hot to walk your dog today, but your dog can still have a great day.

Many owners worry their dog will be bored without their usual walk, but on hot days it's often safer to swap physical exercise for mental enrichment.

🧩 Puzzle feeders and enrichment toys
🦴 Stuffed Kongs or lick mats
👃 Scent games and "find it" activities
🎓 Short training sessions
❄️ Frozen treats and enrichment bowls
🏡 Indoor obstacle courses
🌳 Early morning or late evening garden play

Did you know? Mental stimulation can be just as tiring as physical exercise. Just 10–15 minutes of problem-solving or scent work can leave many dogs pleasantly exhausted.

🌡️ Remember, heat-related illness isn't just caused by hot cars. Research shows 74.2% of UK canine heatstroke cases occur after exercise.

🚨 No dog has ever died from missing one walk. Dogs have died from one walk in the heat.

Keep them cool. Keep them safe. ❤️

20/05/2026

Happy National Rescue Dog Day!

At K9 Commando, we work with rescue dogs every day and have a deep appreciation for the journeys they’ve been through. Many of the dogs we support in our training programs are rescues, and it’s always an honor to help them build confidence and new skills. We’re also proud that two of our K9 Commando team members, Sparrow and Anakin, are rescue dogs themselves who have gone on to become working dogs.

Today, we wanted to highlight just a few of the rescue dogs we’ve had the privilege of working with. Every one of them has a story worth telling.

18/05/2026

17/05/2026

We were delighted to attend the National Police Dog Trials 2026 Awards Evening last night and celebrate alongside all of the teams who competed this week. It was a fantastic opportunity to recognize the dedication, skill, and teamwork shown by police dog teams across the UK.

A huge congratulations to all of the teams and award winners, and a big thank you to everyone involved in organizing such a brilliant event. We’re proud to be part of and support this incredible community!