Contact
PO Box 504
Daleville VA, 24083
- friendsofbotetourtk9@gmail.com
Friends of Botetourt K9 was created to be a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to support our loyal K9s of the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Department. The K9s alongside their handlers work hard, every day, to keep the community safe. Botetourt County is fortunate to have these K9s, who help track missing persons, identify dangerous drugs, and chase down criminals. Your donations go directly to assist the K9 Unit in various ways such as training, equipment and more!
Rico is a Dutch Shephard, he joined the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office in February 2018. Rico was born July 14, 2014 in Holland. Rico has served the citizens of Botetourt County by sniffing out illegal narcotics, tracking wanted suspects and apprehending dangerous individuals. Rico’s current handler is Sgt. Claterbaugh, who has been with the Sheriff’s Office since 2003 and with the K9 Unit since 2011. Rico is always ready to work and loves to play tug with his favorite toy.
Axin is a German Shepherd, he joined the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office in August 2021. Axin was born on August 9, 2020 and made his way to Botetourt from Holland. Axin started working the road in November 2021. Axin serves the Citizens of Botetourt County by sniffing out illegal narcotics, tracking wanted suspects, and apprehending dangerous individuals. Axin’s current handler is Deputy Smusz, who has been with the Sheriff’s Office since 2014.
Jaap is a Dutch Shepherd, he joined the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office in the Spring of 2017. Jaap was born on September 3, 2013 in Holland. Jaap has served the Citizens of Botetourt County by sniffing out illegal narcotics, tracking wanted suspects, and apprehending dangerous individuals. Jaap retired from the Sheriff’s Office on March 3, 2022. Thanks to support from donors Jaap’s medical and nutritional needs will be covered as he enjoys the next chapter of his life.
PO Box 504
Daleville VA, 24083