Come join us for Iron Dog 2026 on Thursday, April 16 in Dickerson, MD!
Hosted by USPCA Region 3 and Montgomery County Police, Iron Dog is a 3-mile, off-the-grid endurance and skills challenge for handlers and their K9s, built to test real-world teamwork. Expect mud pits, hill climbs, water crossings, shooting, apprehension, detection, and more.
This event is held in memory of K9 Monte, Officer Brower’s former partner who helped inspire Iron Dog and passed in 2024.
🐺 For LEO, MWD, and SAR handlers
There will be an open-to-all online auction, fundraising competitions, and exciting prizes.
Join us for the pre-event — open to everyone!
📅 April 15 | ⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company
Dog demos, raffles, and a night to give back. Packet pickup available for Iron Dog participants.
Fundraise your way to the top! Top solo/team fundraisers will win a prize. Prizes to be announced soon.
All proceeds go to help provide ballistic vests, medical cost assistance, and specialized training to K9 teams nationwide through Spike's K9 Fund.
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