Joe Pete

We are recognizing Joe Pete this week in our efforts to honor dogs of Michigan Search and Rescue. Joe Pete is a 6 year old Doberman with natural ears and a great personality. He came to his handler at the age of four months through the Mid-West Doberman Rescue of St. Louis. It was love at first site for both the dog and the human.  

Joe Pete is a Human Remains Detection dog and has certified with the MISAR team and through IPWDA (International Police Working Dog Association). He has been on a variety of searches that included working in wilderness areas and on water, cold cases and historical work. 

Joe Pete's soap is scented with Cool Water for Men. The supplier describes it like this"A sophisticated blend of marine and green notes with cooling mint contrasted with rich cedarwood and musk". It smells light and clean.

The day Joe Pete and his handler met thanks to Mid-West Doberman Rescue.

Indicating on a water problem in the river

A happy working dog after finding a source and indicating

Photo Credit: Rebecca Houlihan Photography

Joe Pete and his handler.

​Photography credits:
​Members of Michigan Search and Rescue 
Rebecca Houlihan Photography
Sarah Gentry Photography 

For more information:

To follow Joe Pete and his SAR team go to the Michigan Search and Rescue's facebook page at www.facebook.com/Michigan-Search-and-Rescue-128305365879/