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id: f938ddccef
section: schools
first_reported: 2026-11-07 16:29 MST
updated: 2026-11-08 12:14 MST
status: reported
outlets: 3
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# Denver schools' weapons-detection dogs receive refresher training

Denver Public Schools uses nine trained dogs at school events to detect firearms, explosives and other contraband. The dogs got a refresher on weapons detection training Saturday.

Section: [Schools](/denver/section/life.md) · Entities: [Denver Public Schools](/denver/wiki/denver-public-schools.md)

## Coverage

- [Denver7 (KMGH, ABC)](https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/in-your-community/west-denver/denver-public-schools-shows-off-k9-safety-units-as-new-means-to-keep-schools-safe), 2026-11-07 16:29 MST: Denver Public Schools shows off K-9 safety units as a new means to keep schools safe
- [FOX31 (KDVR)](https://kdvr.com/news/local/denver-public-schools-weapon-detection-k-9s-undergo-recertification-training/), 2026-11-07 16:55 MST: Denver Public Schools’ weapon detection K-9s undergo recertification training
- [CBS Colorado (KCNC)](https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/video/phantom-k9-dogs-working-in-denver-schools-receive-training-on-weapons-detection/), 2026-11-08 12:14 MST: Phantom K9 dogs working in Denver schools receive training on weapons detection

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