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Join K9 Spike, a real-life electronic storage detection dog, on an unforgettable adventure filled with mystery, teamwork, and heart. Inspired by the work of K9 Spike and his partner, 35-year law enforcement veteran Chaz Balogh, Detective Spike introduces young readers to the important role specially trained police K9s play in protecting children, solving crimes, and making communities safer.
Through an engaging detective story, children discover lessons about courage, kindness, teamwork, and digital responsibility while following Spike's exciting adventures. Equal parts entertaining and educational, it's a story families will enjoy reading together again and again.
Written by Rachel Pugh and brought to life through the partnership of Chaz Balogh and The Luzerne Foundation, Detective Spike was created to help children better understand the important work electronic storage detection K9s perform while encouraging compassion, awareness, and responsible digital habits.
Inspired by true service, the story reminds young readers that courage often comes in unexpected forms—even on four paws.
Created to educate, encourage, and inspire, Detective Spike helps children better understand digital safety while celebrating the remarkable partnership between law enforcement officers and their K9 companions.
Through storytelling, the book encourages young readers to lead with courage, kindness, and compassion in both their online and everyday lives.
Meet a real-life hero on four paws—and discover how courage, kindness, and community can make a lasting difference.
