The Rhinelander Police Department's K-9 Unit is comprised of Sergeant Mertz
and Drago vom Heiliger Huegel. Drago is a German Shepard from
Steinig Tal Kennels in Campbellsport, Wisconsin. Drago is a Dual
Purpose K9 certified in Narcotic Detection and Patrol Work. Sergeant
Mertz and Drago attended a four week Basic Handler's Certification Course at
Steinig Tal Kennels. Sergeant Mertz and Drago are on call 24 hours a
day 7 days a week.
The Rhinelander Police Department would like to thank the
community and the following sponsors who helped make the K-9 unit possible.
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Press Express
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Farmers Feed Store
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Kelly Kiewert
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Shelley Tillman
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Robert Blaedow
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Carol Campbell
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Mayor Richard Johns
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Jeremiah Lindquist
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Judith Walton
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Thomas & Claudia Marren
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Henrick's Family
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Jim & Katy Dyreby
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Mel Davidson
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Pat Wegman
- Wal-Mart
- Foster and Smith
- Wisconsin Public Service Foundation
- Custom Collision
- Rhinelander Rotary
- Northland Printing
- Oneida County Tavern League
- Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
- Rick's Hodag Towing
- Kiwanis Club
- Rhinelander GM
- Hammer Home Inspections
- Plum Creek Foundation
- Northern Paws Veterinary
- Canine Coach