K-9 units across US come to St. Augustine for training exercises to enhance effectiveness

Law enforcement K-9 units from across the United States gathered in St. Augustine for specialized bloodhound training exercises focused on tracking missing persons and suspects. The training aimed to identify potential issues that could affect a K-9 unit’s effectiveness in real-world tracking scenarios. John Ratliff, a K-9 instructor from the Kanawha Sheriff’s Office in West Virginia, led the exercises. Reporter Erik Avanier explains.