Our Purpose:
K9 Support
The Purpose of the Woodbury K9 Fund is to honor selfless sacrifice by keeping our Public Safety heroes strong, cared for, and always ready to serve and protect the community we share
Our Expanded Mission
The Fund has two primary missions. Contributions raised and donated to the K9 Fund go to:
The purchase of dogs for the Woodbury Public Safety Department K9 Program. We provide funding for training of the officers and their K9s, both initial and ongoing, as well as specialized equipment such as K9 bullet-resistant vests, plus kennels, training tools, and more.
In 2026, the Fund expanded our mission and purpose to extend to the entire Public Safety Team. Ensuring that our Public Safety workers (Fire, Police, EMS) are cared for and have support for their well-being and safety. The K9 fund works with the city to support our Public Safety Heroes’ wellness efforts.
“Helping the heroes who Help Us”
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Our Impact
The K9 Fund works to raise funds through our community supporters, events, and other means to fund the major costs of the Woodbury Public Safety K9 program. To date, through the generous support of the community and friends of the Fund has made the impact below.
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K9’s Purchased
Eight K9s have been purchased through the Woodbury Police K9 Fund, 100% paid for, and donated to the City of Woodbury.
Roguen, Buster, Cirrus, Ruby, Kane, Otis, Echo, and Viktor were purchased through this fund.
$135k
Funds raised and donated
As of December of 2022, the Woodbury Police K9 Fund has disbursed over $133,000 for the purchase of K9s, retirement, and medical expenses for retired K9s.
Each K9 can cost approximately $18,000-$21,000.
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Current handlers
Ofc. Emily Wessels & K9 Kane
Ofc. Bob Boleen & K9 Echo
Det. Adam Sack & Otis
Ofc. Andrew Mattson & K9 Viktor
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The City of Woodbury appreciates the support of the K9 Fund which provides
our public safety team with unique skills & abilities in the form of cute noses,
big paws, and wagging tails. These wonderful animals help to keep our
community safe in ways that human officers cannot.
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Anne Burt, Mayor - City of Woodbury (2018-Current)
Officer Emily Wessels & K9 Kane
Kane is a German Shepherd certified in Narcotics & Apprehension, service started June 2022
Detective Adam Sack & Otis
Detective Adam Sack with Woodbury’s first Community Support Therapy Dog, Otis, started service in 2023
Officer Bob Boleen & Echo
Echo is a German Shepherd certified in Narcotics & Apprehension. Service started 2023.
Officer Andrew Mattson & K9 Viktor
Viktor is a German Shepherd & Woodbury's first Firearms & Apprehension K9. Service started November 2025
K9s & Handlers
Visit the K9 section to learn more about the canines & their handlers
Get Involved
The Fund relies on volunteers and community support to drive our mission. We appreciate any and all support possible. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact us for more opportunities!
Support the supporters
A number of Woodbury businesses provide year-round support by hosting a Koins4K9s donation box. See where you can support the local businesses that support us.
Volunteer opportunities
Fundraising events and community engagement help the Woodbury Police K9 Fund raise awareness and support for our mission. Join us for one of our upcoming events.
Make a Donation
One-time or ongoing, the Fund appreciates any and all support possible. We also love to honor, memorialize, and celebrate your loved ones through your donations.