AN ALL VOLUNTEER 501(c)3 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION TO SUPPORT POLICE K-9 UNITS.

For The Paws

Our mission is to be an additional resource devoted to assisting Police K9 Units to provide essential supplies, training equipment and other vital needs not normally covered in the departmental budget.

 

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For The Paws

An all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that supports Police K9 Units by providing essential supplies, training equipment, and other vital needs not typically covered in departmental budgets.

Featured K-9 Of The Month
a Name

K9 Thorvi & K9 Conan

City

Royal Oak

About

K9 Thorvi is 6 year old Belgian Malinois, She is from the Netherlands & is certified in explosives detection.     K9 Conan is a 7 year old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois. He is from Hungry & loves meeting people and other dogs.  They are the pride of Royal Oak PD and work very had protecting their handlers and the community.

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What We Do

K-9 Units

As another resource, when called upon, we provide any necessary equipment that helps assist the K-9s, such as bite sleeves, leads, training muzzles, protective vests, first aid and trauma kits, crates, or any other needs.

Training Activities

Training is vital to the preparedness of being a K-9 Officer, and training is a daily commitment. We will be there to assist in sponsoring existing training events and looking to host training events in the future.

Sponsor Fundraising Events

Our mission will succeed through continual support from the community and hosting fundraising activities. For The Paws will be sponsoring and attending various fundraising activities to assist the K-9s when needed.

Retired K-9s

Retired K-9s have many needs, such as care and veterinarian services. Our long-term goal is to assist these K-9 Officers to live a long and happy life at home after they have served and protected their community.

Why It Matters

K-9 units enhance community safety by deterring crime, tracking suspects, aiding in rescues, and detecting illegal substances.

Donations provide essential resources, training, and care for active and retired police dogs, ensuring their continued effectiveness.

Supporting K-9 units is an investment in safety and a way to honor their invaluable service.

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Our Story
My name is Evette Szajna, and my husband, Mark Carr, grew up in Warren, MI. We currently reside in Clinton Township, MI. I have owned a business in Mt. Clemens for over 23 years and worked for local police departments as a matron and dispatcher.  I was also a cadet at a local college and have had many family members who were in law enforcement.

My husband has worked for Ford Motor Company for over 25 years and is currently a toolmaker.  He also has had family members in law enforcement.

We have donated and sponsored other K9 Units in Georgia, Florida, and other states over the past 5 years and saw their success. We were inspired to create an organization in our community to be an additional resource to help cover the cost of equipment, training, or other needs.

We aim to build an organization to assist as many K-9 units starting with Macomb County and reaching beyond when called upon.

What Drives Us
Our Mission

SZAJNA-CARR FOR THE PAWS is devoted to assisting K-9 Units to help provide vital supplies, training equipment, and other related necessities.

Our Vision

Our goal is to consistently raise funds through private donations, corporate sponsors, and fundraising activities while bringing awareness, appreciation, and knowledge about these dedicated handlers and their K-9s.

Get Involved

Szajna-Carr For The Paws is an all-volunteer organization. Proceeds from donations, fundraisers, and sponsors will go to benefit the K-9s after expenses.

Are you interested in sponsoring a fundraiser? Do you want to participate in a fundraiser? Contact us!

Your help is needed to make this successful. Backing the Blue One Paw at a time.

Upcoming Events
May 20 2025

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