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The Pacific Northwest Police Detection Dog Association (PNWK9) is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the professionalism and training of detection dog handlers throughout the Pacific Northwest region. The organization’s member states and provinces include Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, and British Columbia, Canada.

Founded in 1997 by a group of dedicated narcotics detection dog handlers, PNWK9 provides training and certification to narcotics and explosive detection K9 teams employed by law enforcement agencies. The association’s primary objective is to also provide training and support for detection canine teams assigned in various areas of detection, ensuring that all law enforcement teams have access to the expertise and resources offered by this organization.

In 1998, PNWK9 hosted its inaugural conference, which has since become an annual event featuring respected instructors from across North America. These instructors provide comprehensive training in various aspects of detection dog handler duties contributing to the organization’s mission of enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement teams.

PNWK9 strongly supports the efforts and training of Western States Information Network, Rocky Mountain Information Network, and individual state narcotics enforcement associations.