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Hudson

K9 Hudson sits on rocks near the Hudson River with a view of New York City in the background
Specialty
Explosives Detection/Search Enhanced Evidence K-9 (S.E.E.K.)
Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Black
Sex
Female
Weight
55 pounds
Birthdate
Training
ATF National Canine Training Center, Front Royal, VA
Handler
Special Agent Canine Handler Michael Alongi
Location
Newark Field Division

K9 Hudson is an ATF Explosives Detection & Search Enhanced Evidence Canine (S.E.E.K.) trained to detect 19,000 combinations of explosives.

Hudson’s primary job is to assist ATF, as well as other federal, state and local agencies with locating explosives, firearms and spent shell casings.

K9 Hudson began her service training in the “Puppies Behind Bars” program. When not working, K9 Hudson enjoys spending time at home with retired ATF K9 Sunny.

Last Updated: November 19, 2025

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