Police dogs, commonly referred to as "K-9's," are amazing animals that have been specially trained to help police officers.  This page is all about Cottage Grove Minnesota's own K-9, Blitz. 

Below are just a few of the things that Blitz can do.  If you want to know more, feel free to ask Blitz a question below.

• Search for lost persons
• Search buildings
• Assist in apprehending fleeing suspects
• Provide crowd control
• Locate lost articles or evidence
• Apprehend criminals

Learn about Blitz's Police Cruiser

The car that a K-9 rides in must have special equipment to keep the dog safe and help them do their job.  Blitz's police car has the folloiwng features: 

Buy a Cottage Grove Police K-9 Shirt

Show your support for Blitz and the Cottage Grove Police K-9 Dog Program by purchasing one of these special addition kid-sized K-9 t-shirts.  All kid sizes are avalibe in either khaki or lime green. ($8 each).

To purchase a shirt, please contact us. We also sell shirts at most Cottage Grove Crime Board Events.

Pictures of Blitz
Pictures taken by Crime Prevention Board member Ken Froelich

Blitz and Officer Vandervort hanging out

Where Blitz rides in his police cruiser

Play the Blitz Puzzle Game

Can you put Blitz back together again?  Click the picture below to play the game and find out!