Between June 1998 and May 2001 SPD's K9 Unit consisted of Sergeant Mike Jenkins and his partner, Laika a female Malinois.  Laika was initially trained in Belgium in basic obedience and drug detection.  After their introduction to one anther.  Sergeant Jenkins and Laika completed a six week K9 Academy at the Von Liche Kennels in Denver, Indiana

On their return they were assigned to the patrol division working primarily on 1st watch (nights). Laika quickly established her reputation in drug detection and became a trusted member of the SPD team.  She attended shift briefings with her fellow officers and assisted in man investigations.

In 2000 - 2001 Laika was involved in 32 search warrants, 49 building searches, and 47 area searches.  She conducted 197 vehicle sniffs leading to 144 vehicles searches.  These searches netted 141 drug finds, and resulted in the arrest of 147 criminal suspects.

In addition Laika conducted 8 tracks of fleeing criminal suspects resulting in the apprehension of 7 of these individuals, and stood by countless time providing security for her brother and sister officers.

For these services Laika was recognized by the Association of Oklahoma Narcotics Officers as the best K9 in the State of Oklahoma for 2000/2001.

Laika was diagnosed with hip dysphasia and although still enthusiastic to work, she was compelled to an early retirement in May 2001, and now resides with Sergeant Jenkins as a valued member of his family.