From Shelter to Service: Redemption Ranch K9 Celebrates First Year of Rescuing and Training Working Dogs for Police Departments
PLAINFIELD, IN, June 20, 2025 – In just one year, Redemption Ranch K9 has transformed the lives of shelter dogs and the law enforcement departments they now serve. The nonprofit rescues high-drive dogs from shelters and trains them to become working K9s for budget-constrained police agencies.
Founded by law enforcement officer Rob Prichard, Redemption Ranch K9 fills a critical gap for budget-limited departments while giving second chances to shelter dogs with strong working potential.
“We’re proud to say that every dog we’ve placed so far was once at risk of being overlooked or euthanized,” said Officer Prichard. “Now they’re protecting schools, communities, and their handlers.”
Since launching in 2024:
- Redemption Ranch K9 has placed 10 trained K9s across 9 agencies
- K9s from the rescue have supported the removal of over 200 kilos of meth and 15 kilos of cocaine from the streets
- The rescue has trained and equipped dogs for duties such as narcotics detection, gun detection, ballistics detection, tracking and as service dogs
- Operated entirely through donations, sponsorships, and volunteer support
Dogs are provided to agencies at no cost to them. Redemption Ranch K9 provides the dog, the training, equipment, initial vet costs, food, monthly in-service training and yearly recertification thanks to fundraising and donor support.
“This is more than rescue, it’s redemption for dogs and departments alike,” added Prichard.
About Redemption Ranch K9
Redemption Ranch K9 is a nonprofit organization based in Indiana that rescues shelter dogs and trains them to become working K9s for law enforcement departments that otherwise couldn’t afford one. Founded by a police officer with a passion for both public safety and second chances, the organization is dedicated to reducing shelter euthanasia rates while increasing access to highly trained K9 partners in underfunded communities. Through expert-led training, public education, and advocacy for animal welfare reform, Redemption Ranch K9 is redefining what it means to serve and protect – on both ends of the leash.
