The National Police Bloodhound Association (NPBA) is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the training, certification, and utilization of bloodhounds for law enforcement purposes. The NPBA focuses on promoting the use of bloodhounds in police work, particularly for trailing individuals. This association provides resources, training programs, and certification standards for handlers and their bloodhounds to ensure they are prepared for various search and rescue operations, as well as criminal investigations. Additionally, the NPBA fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among law enforcement agencies to enhance the effectiveness of bloodhound units.  Since 1962, the NPBA pioneered these practices to become one of the most respected associations of its kind.


Thinking about a Bloodhound for your Agency?

If you use a Man-Trailing Bloodhound in Law Enforcement or, are considering getting a Bloodhound for your department, the National Police Bloodhound Association is the oldest law enforcement Bloodhound association in the country, and the most experienced when it comes to the utilization of the Man-Trailing Bloodhound.  Membership into the oldest Bloodhound Organization is a must for the new handler / agency.
 

For questions or more information regarding NEW MEMBERSHIP please click the Membership Tab to learn more about the first steps!


How can you help the NPBA?

The NPBA is a 501(c)3 association that prides itself in sharing knowledge to handlers all over the world of the best practices in man-trailing efforts.  The NPBA accepts donations to support our mission of providing training, equipment, resources and outreach to support law enforcement agencies and communities in need.


Help us make a difference!


Upcoming Seminars - Registration OPEN until 11/16/2024

         

 

Watch our YouTube video to learn more about the NPBA's mission to educate and support professionals in the field of Man-Trailing