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Bomb-sniffing K9 kept people safe at Kentucky Derby!


On the latest “Pet Pals TV” story, host Patty Spitler joined News 8’s Stacy Schooler, Transportation Security Administrator Keith Gray, and the bomb-sniffing K9 Chica!

Chica is a familiar face in Indianapolis, primarily working with Gray at the Indianapolis International Airport, helping detect bombs that might pass through the area. But recently, Chica and Gray tested their skills at a major event – the Kentucky Derby.


Gray shared with Patty and Stacy the details of their work at the Derby. He also relayed details of Chica’s bomb-detection training, his history as a trainer, and more.


To hear more about Chica’s Derby adventures, watch the interview above!


1 Comment


Olenna Tyrell
a day ago

What an amazing story! Huge respect to Chica and Keith Gray for helping keep such a massive event safe. Geometry Dash

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