Overview

• The Pluto unit brings together kennel technicians, K9 handlers, and trained dogs to provide visible security across the resort.
• Security dogs train at an offsite facility, pass multiple certification tests, and meet their assigned handlers there to form early bonds.
• Handlers typically stay partnered with the same dog through retirement and keep skills sharp with regular practice while staffing checkpoints.
• Kennel technicians manage daily health checks, feeding, and a calm kennel environment, with career paths highlighted by Nicholas Hernandez and handler Joey Santos, who now works with Thor.
• Disneyland currently fields 28 certified dogs of various breeds who are treated as cast members with ID cards, nametags, and personalized retirement celebrations.