K-9 Police Vehicle Upfits in El Paso, TX
Purpose-built K9 upfits for safety, comfort, and control.
Keep your partner safe and mission-ready. Alamo designs and installs purpose-built K-9 vehicle upfits—from climate-controlled kennels and heat-alarm systems to door-pop release, window/door guards, and easy-clean flooring. Every build is engineered around your handler workflow, canine health, and department standards, and supported locally in El Paso, Texas.
Why departments trust Alamo for K9 upfits
Law-enforcement expertise:
40+ years building patrol and K-9 platforms across the Southwest
Canine welfare first:
redundant heat mitigation, airflow, and fail-safes
Clean, serviceable installs:
labeled power, tidy looms, documented fuse/ground points
Local support:
fast warranty help and post-upfit adjustments
K9 unit components
Climate-controlled kennels
– insulated modules sized to breed and vehicle with balanced intake/exhaust
Heat alarm & auto-response
– cabin temp sensors, fans, window drop, horn/siren/text alerts, idle-guard integration
Door pop/remote release
– rapid deployment with safety interlocks and configurable triggers
Window/door guards
– chew- and paw-resistant screens and panels
Non-slip easy-clean flooring
– sealed surfaces for hygiene and fast wash-down
Lighting & power
– red task lighting, 12V/USB/120V outlets, shore power, battery backup
Secure storage
– waterproof cargo drawers, lockable vaults for gear and meds
Pair your K-9 build with:
Vehicle platforms we upfit
Patrol SUVs
– integrated kennel + partition with rattle-free cargo management
Pickups & canopies
– bed-mounted kennel modules with side access and task lighting
Transport vans
– multi-kennel configurations with zoned airflow and sanitation options
Spec options (mix & match)
- Single or dual kennels
- Breed-specific sizing
- Idle-guard
- Shore power & battery backup
- Red task lighting
- Odor control & filtration
- Antimicrobial surfaces
- Water bowls & spill trays
- Rear A/C boosters
- Rear-cabin cameras & DVR triggers
Our process
1. Assessment & spec
handler workflow, breed, climate, and policy requirements
2. Design & quote
drawings, parts list, and timeline
3. Installation & test
bench test in-vehicle validation (temp/airflow, alert logic, power load)
4. Delivery & training
feature walkthrough, service docs, and warranty
5. Post-upfit support
adjustments and add-ons as your unit evolves
Service Area
Based in El Paso, TX, we upfit K-9 vehicles for departments across West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and Arizona—including El Paso, Las Cruces, Alamogordo, Silver City, and Tucson.
Common components we install
Ready to outfit your K-9 vehicle?
Get a fast, department-ready spec and quote from our El Paso team.
FAQ
How do heat alarm systems work in K-9 vehicles?
We install multi-sensor systems that monitor interior temperature and voltage. If thresholds are exceeded, the system triggers fans, drops windows, and can activate horn/siren and text alerts. Optional idle-guard keeps the vehicle running safely during deployments.
Can you size kennels to specific breeds and vehicles?
Yes. We match kennel dimensions to the dog’s breed and posture, plus your platform (SUV, pickup, or van), ensuring safe movement, ventilation, and handler access.
What maintenance is required?
We recommend quarterly checks of fans, filters, sensors, and wiring, plus annual testing of alert thresholds. You’ll receive a service checklist and labeled fuse map.
Do you integrate cameras or in-car video for the K-9 area?
Absolutely. Rear-cabin cameras can record continuously or on triggers (door pop, temp alert) and tie into your existing DVR system. See In-Car Video Systems
How long does a typical K-9 upfit take?
After parts arrive, most single-kennel SUV builds are completed in a few business days. Multi-kennel vans and custom options take longer; we’ll confirm lead time during quoting.
