By Arianna Grainey | Free Press Photography
The Desert Dog Police K-9 Trials and Public Safety Expo, hosted by the Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association, drew thousands to WestWorld of Scottsdale on Nov. 8–9 for the nation’s largest police K-9 competition.
Seventy canine teams from across the country demonstrated real-world law enforcement skills inside the Tony Nelssen Equestrian Arena, including handler protection, apprehensions, narcotics and explosives detection, tactical obedience and agility.
Families also explored the 117,000-square-foot North Hall featuring 150 vendors, interactive SWAT and aviation displays and the latest public safety vehicles. ALECA, the nation’s largest nonprofit canine organization, advances its mission to train, educate, equip and support law enforcement teams through member dues, sponsors and donations, without public funding.
Circle K provided major support for the event.
