Donna
K-9: Donna, 9 year old German shepherd.
Handler: Chief Bill Russell
Donna is certified in Basic Area and Advanced Area S.A.R. as well as Tracking. Donna has been a member of the Sangamon County Rescue Squad since December of 1996, when she was imported form Amsterdam. We like to use a second dog to confirm our hits on water work and Donna has come forward in doing this. She is credited with several water finds along with Marco. Donna is also the mother of 11 puppies, 10 of which are certified Search Dogs.
The 11th puppy, Athena, was certified to the USPCA PD1 Standards after attending a 560 hour class put on by the Springfield Police Department and Trainer JR Hauversburk. Athena lives at home with Handler Bill Russell.