埼玉県警が嘱託警察犬審査会　指導士24人とシェパードら67頭　足跡追及、警戒など挑む（産経新聞） - Yahoo!ニュース

This page reports on a certification examination for police dogs held by the Saitama Prefectural Police. The event took place from April 1-3, 2024, at Akigase Park in Sakura Ward, Saitama City, with 24 handlers and 67 dogs of five breeds, including German Shepherds, participating. The dogs were tested on footprint tracking, scent discrimination, and alertness. Dogs meeting the standards will become contracted police dogs. The police department's chief praised the well-trained dogs and expressed hope for their future police work.