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US canine screener buys UK’s Dog Detectives

[ November 4, 2024   //   Chris Lewis ]

US air cargo screening company Global K9 Protection Group is to acquire UK canine screener, Dog Detectives. Based near Chester, Dog Detectives was founded by David Jones 24 years ago. His son, Andrew Jones will become director at GK9PG.

GK9PG provides canine screening services in 660 facilities in 162 cities across the US and the Dog Detectives acquisition is its first step into the European market.

GK9PG chief operating officer, Roland Beason, said:  “We are looking forward to working with Dog Detectives’ experienced staff, and leveraging their 25-year track record of providing excellent screening services. This acquisition kick-starts GK9PG’s international expansion plans, building on our strong presence across the US.”

Andrew Junes added: “GK9PG is one of the world’s largest canine screening providers and the acquisition agreement marks a new chapter for Dog Detectives,” said Jones. “Dog Detectives was founded by my father, David, and over the past 25 years, we have been proud to build it into the trusted operation it is today. By combining our expertise, we are well positioned to continue delivering effective screening solutions for the years to come.”

Tags: Global K9 Protection Group; Dog Detectives