Danielle (Dani)

Canine Danielle poses on a boardwalk by the water with New York City in the background.
  • Name: Danielle (Dani)
  • Specialty: Explosives Detection/Search Enhanced Evidence Canine (SEEK)
  • Breed: Labrador Retriever
  • Color: Black
  • Sex: Female
  • Weight: 52 pounds
  • Birthday: August 25, 2023
  • Training: ATF National Canine Training Center, Front Royal, VA
  • Handler: Special Agent Canine Handler Heather McKeon
  • Location: New York Field Division
     

Canine Dani is an ATF Explosive Detection/Search Enhanced Evidence Canine (S.E.E.K) where she learned to detect the latest homemade, military and commercial explosives. Dani’s job is to assist ATF Agents and other law enforcement officers in locating explosives, firearms and ammunition related evidence. As a S.E.E.K trained canine, Dani received additional obedience training and has the ability to work both on and off leash. If Canine Dani detects explosives she is trained to sit and wait for further instruction from her handler, SACH McKeon.

Last Reviewed December 9, 2025