Canine Unit

WPS currently has one Canine handler. The handler cares for, trains and works with the Police Service Dog (PSD) 24/7.

PSD Taz is a 3 year old German Shepherd and became a member of the Woodstock Police Service in 2021.

PSD Striker is a 9-year-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix. He and his handler celebrated their 7th anniversary together in September 2022. Striker is semi-retired now as Taz transitions into his new role. Striker continues to make appearances at community events and demonstrations.

Taz and Striker earned certifications in General Patrol, General Detection and Narcotic Detection. The Canine Unit partners with many other WPS units to execute all their duties. Taz began servicing the City of Woodstock in 2022.