Northeast Houndsmen:
A place for K9 handlers
Northeast Houndsmen exists to assist communities by training dogs and their handlers to excel in the rescue or recovery of those in need as they work in conjunction with law enforcement agencies to bring about a successful conclusion to a search. The organization is committed to constantly improving their expertise through continued training, education, and sharing of
ideas/expertise to promote team effectiveness and unity. Community outreach and education is also a prime responsibility of the organization.
Check out the New Recruits
On April 28, 2025, the Charlton Police Department proudly welcomed its newest K-9 member—Red, a bloodhound named in honor of Officer Rich Reddick. Red will serve as a single-purpose tracking dog, working closely with her handler, Officer Nicholas Harney, to assist in locating missing persons and suspects.
Red comes to Charlton from Bluegrass Bloodhounds in Kentucky, a respected breeder known for producing top-tier working dogs. Her addition to the department was made possible in part by a generous donation from the Northeast Houndsmen, which helped cover the cost of Red and the specialized equipment needed for her training.
Be sure to follow Red’s adventures as she trains and begins her service on Instagram: @red.cpd
Photo credit: The Family Farmer Shayna Cooley
Photo credits: The Family Farmer Shayna Cooley
On May 19, 2025, the Townsend Police Department proudly announced the official launch of its brand-new Bloodhound Unit! The department’s newest recruit, K-9 Ruby, has teamed up with her handler, Officer Dylan Silvestri, to begin an exciting journey in man trailing and community out reach
Ruby also hails from Bluegrass Bloodhounds in Kentucky. This initiative was made possible in part by a generous donation from the Northeast Houndsmen, which helped fund the purchase of K-9 Ruby and the specialized equipment required for her training and deployment.
Stay up to date with Ruby’s adventures by visiting townsendpd.org or following the department on Facebook.
