Precision on Four Legs. Protection You Can Trust.

How do you stop a concealed firearm from making it into your building, classroom, or venue? With trained precision and cutting-edge science.

At Pilum Defense Agency, our canine (K-9) teams are equipped with vapor wake detection capabilities—designed to identify the airborne scent trails of firearms and ammunition on moving individuals. Unlike traditional static sweeps, our dogs follow threats through crowds in real time, offering next-generation firearms detection in dynamic, high-traffic environments.

Whether you manage a school, government building, or public event, our K-9 teams deliver silent strength, rapid response, and unmatched accuracy—when and where it matters most.

Pilum’s K-9 units specialize in vapor wake detection for firearms and ammunition, providing real-time, mobile threat detection for schools, government sites, venues, and private clients.

Core K-9 Services

Vapor Wake Firearms Detection

Our dogs are trained to detect the scent plume—or “vapor wake”—left behind by individuals carrying concealed firearms or ammunition. As the individual moves, our K-9 tracks that trail through open environments, even in crowded spaces.

Ideal for:

• School campuses

• Event security

• High-rise buildings

• Government offices

• Executive protection details

Randomized Patrols & Targeted Sweeps

Whether scheduled or spontaneous, our K-9 patrols create a visible deterrent and conduct covert detection throughout key access points and high-traffic zones.

School-Based K-9 Programs

We currently deploy K-9 teams across public school districts to conduct daily firearm detection sweeps—helping deter unauthorized weapons and providing a sense of safety to students and staff.

Private & Executive Support

For VIPs, executives, or private events, our vapor wake K-9s work alongside protection teams to ensure no firearms slip past security.

What Makes Pilum’s K-9 Teams Different

Firearms-Focused Vapor Wake Capability
Unlike traditional explosive detection K-9s, our dogs are trained specifically to detect guns and ammunition via scent trails in motion.

Real-Time Tracking Through Crowds
Perfect for public events, school hallways, and large gatherings—our dogs don’t just sniff bags, they track threats in motion.

Veteran-Led Handlers
Our K-9 handlers come from military, law enforcement, and federal agency backgrounds—including U.S. Marshals and ATF-trained units.

Zero Weapon Incidents in Protected Zones
Pilum has successfully deployed K-9s across school districts and high-risk environments with zero active shooter or gun-related incidents.

High-Visibility Deterrence + Covert Precision
The presence of a vapor wake K-9 communicates a clear message: unauthorized firearms will be detected—without disrupting the environment.

The Pilum Advantage

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with operational roots in elite military and law enforcement teams, Pilum delivers trusted, tactical support built for today’s threat landscape. Our vapor wake detection dogs are trained to federal-level standards, modeled after ATF and U.S. Marshals best practices.

Ready to Deploy Firearms Detection That Moves with the Threat?

Let’s talk about how our vapor wake K-9s can support your mission—on campus, on patrol, or at your next event.