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 Rosie’s Biography
Rosie “Red Tracker” was born on September 21, 2003 to parents Parker Jewels and Isabe-la Mae. Born and raised in North Carolina, Rosie was trained by Mike Craig and Linda Dunn, who are the founders of Canine for Kids, currently known as Public Safety Dogs, Inc.
Rosie began training at the early age of 9 weeks, which is the standard age for working dogs. She was being trained for the Boston Police Department, but handled trails in the woods better than the busy city environment. Because of this, Mike and Linda decided that she would be a better fit for the Forest Preserve environment.
Rosie is a scent-discriminating, man-trailing dog. She does not find cadavers, do article searches, or find drugs. She trails a specific person based on their scent and a scent article. Some patrol dogs only use ground disturbances to track a subject. Rosie and other bloodhounds use both ground disturbances and scent discrimination to trail a subject. A scent article can be an article of clothing or bed linens, for example.
Rosie’s Training
Rosie Fun Facts
Full Name: Rosie Red-Tracker
Birthday: September 21, 2003
Mother’s Name: Isabe-la Mae
Father’s Name: Parker Jewels
Birthplace: Burlington, North Carolina
Name Meaning: Rose Flower
Name Origin: English
Favorite Color: Red
Hobbies: Digging, chewing, and drooling
Career Goals: “Not to wish for work, but to find whoever is missing.”
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Rosie’s handler, Forest Preserve Lieutenant Tracy Phillips, traveled to Burlington, North Carolina in December 2005 to begin a two-week training course. Lieutenant Phillips received a certificate in Scent Discrimination and Man Trailing, and brought Rosie home with her.
Rosie and Lieutenant Phillips have traveled yearly to Salamanca, New York for training in the spring. The training is conducted by the NPBA (National Police Bloodhound Association) at the Allegany State Park in New York. Training is very important to keep Rosie motivated and active in her job.
Rosie and Lieutenant Phillips also train twice a month with the Joliet Police Department, as well as the Ottawa Police Department, Cook County Sheriff’s Police, Fox Valley Park District, and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County.
Rosie stays engaged in her work through training. Bloodhounds can stay actively working for approximately 6 to 10 years. Hopefully, as long as Rosie remains motivated, she will continue to want to work.
Rosie’s Work
- Rosie assisted the Addison Police Department with finding a man who was missing for 17 hours on January 10, 2006.
- On March 29, 2006, Rosie and Lieutenant Phillips were called to assist Illinois State Police in another missing person case.
- On November 6, 2008, Rosie and Lieutenant Phillips were requested by the Bolingbrook Police Department to aid in recovering evidence from a bank robbery. Rosie was able to locate all of the evidence that Bolingbrook Police were looking for in the case.
- Rosie and Lieutenant Phillips have assisted many other law enforcement agencies as well.
Support Rosie
You can help support Rosie by attending an event hosted by the Forest Preserve District in honor of this beloved search and rescue bloodhound. All proceeds raised by Rosie's events go toward her care and training. You may also make a donation to Rosie at any time on-line via PayPal here, or by calling the District's Community Partnerships Manager at 815.722.1289.
Rosie the Bloodhound Luncheon Fundraiser
Support Rosie by attending a luncheon fundraiser at Heroes West Sports Grill in Joliet on Saturday, February 11! Proceeds from the luncheon will benefit Rosie's care and training. Children who attend will be able to meet Rosie in person and learn about her work as a search and rescue dog.
Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 12 or younger.
Tickets may be purchased online via PayPal with a credit or debit card below, or by printing and submitting the Registration Form with a check. Tickets may also be purchased at the door with cash or check.
The first seating for the luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m., and the second seating will be at 12:30 p.m. You will be asked to select a seating time when you purchase tickets. Carry-outs are available, but dessert is not included in carry-out orders.
Buy tickets now via PayPal!
The menu for the luncheon includes one of the following entrees, along with chips and salsa, unlimited coffee, tea, or soda, and a chocolate sundae.
Adult Menu Entree Selections
- Cheeseburger - 100% ground Angus chuck, hand-pressed burger, served with fresh-cut French fries.
- Grilled Chicken - Marinated and grilled chicken breast, served on a brioche bun with a side of pesto mayo and fresh-cut French fries.
- Chicken Caesar Salad - Romaine lettuce topped with homemade croutons and fresh grated Parmesan cheese, and tossed with Caesar dressing.
Kids' Menu Entree Selections (For Ages 12 or Younger)
- Pizza - Homemade pizza crust topped with your choice of cheese, sausage, or pepperoni.
- Chicken Fingers - Hand-floured, deep fried chicken breast strips covered with your choice of buffalo sauce or hot or mild BBQ sauce.
Rosie hopes to see you on February 11! For more information, call the District's Community Partnerships Manager at 815.722.1289. "Hugs for Hounds" Easter Egg Hunt
 Dogs of all ages and breeds are invited to Rosie's fourth annual "Hugs for Hounds" Easter egg hunt for dogs on Saturday, April 7 at Hammel Woods Dog Park (DuPage River Access) in Shorewood.
The entry fee is $5 per dog, and proceeds will benefit Rosie's care and training.
Day-of registration begins at 10:30 a.m., and the Easter egg hunt kicks off at 11:00 a.m. Registration may be done in advance by printing and submitting the Registration Form with a check.
Each dog must be on a leash and accompanied by an owner at all times. No dog park permit is required to attend this event, but dogs must be current on all vaccinations. Be sure to bring a basket to collect the Easter eggs filled with special prizes or dog treats!
This event is hosted by the Forest Preserve District and Shorewood H.U.G.S., a non-profit women's organization in Shorewood. For more information, call the District's Community Partnerships Manager at 815.722.1289.Photographs Courtesy of Glenn P. Knoblock
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