The bond established between Officer Rhett Stetchock and K9 Tony forms a working companionship that is utilized to protect the safety of Huntingdon Borough. Tony, a German Shorthaired Pointer, specializes in tracking and narcotics detection. Tony’s ability to elicit a strong drive when detecting such materials makes him an incredible asset to the HPD. Officer Stetchock is responsible for handling Tony, which includes training, guiding, and caring for him. The pair can frequently be recognized in various parts of the community raising awareness about their contribution to minimizing the amount of crime present to the public. When off the clock, Tony and Officer Stetchock enjoy relaxing at home together or often playing fetch. Regardless of the events of the past or future, the two are always prepared to serve and protect the safety of Huntingdon Borough.
K9 Tony Bio
Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer
Born: 1/5/2022 in Greece
Gender: Male
K9 Tony was sworn in on May 10th, 2023.
K9 Tony is certified through NAPWDA (North American Police Work Dog Association) which is a nationally accredited and recognized organization that certifies police K9 teams. K9 Tony and Officer Stetchock go through a certification test yearly to certify in tracking and narcotics.
K9 Tony and Officer Stetchock go to training in Altoona, PA twice a month to keep up with the necessary requirements. K9 Tony is also certified in narcotics detection and tracking with Keystone Police K9.
The Huntingdon Borough Police Department K9 Unit would not have been possible without the generous donations and support from private citizens and businesses. ARIZE Federal Credit has and continues to be a strong supporter of this program.
The current K9 team consists of Officer Rhett Stetchock and his K9 partner “Tony”
Anyone wishing to make a donation to support the K9 Unit can do so at: https://centralpagives.org/give-now/
- Select Give to Fund
- Under Please apply my donation to the following fund select Huntingdon Police Foundation
Need to make a donation by check:
- Go to https://centralpagives.org/donation-form-page/
- Follow directions as printed
