Paw Print K9 Patch — Order This Shepherd Shield Design
Design S1811A at a glance
The whole patch is cut as a paw print with a tan edge, and inside it sits a shield carrying a German shepherd head. Lettering carries the county name and the K-9 unit line. Brown, tan, gold and black give it a warm, earthy palette that matches the dog's coat.
Paw print outlineTan borderGerman shepherd headInner shieldUnit lettering4 thread colors
About this paw print K9 shield design
A paw-print outline makes a K9 patch recognizable from across a room — no one mistakes it for the patrol shoulder patch. Putting a shield inside the paw keeps it grounded in law enforcement, and the shepherd head at center makes the unit's role obvious. It's an outline that kids at school demos remember and handlers enjoy wearing.
Customize it with your county or department name and unit line, recolor the paw to your uniform, or redraw the shepherd from a photo of your own dog. This page shows a design concept we manufacture to order — your stitch-ready proof arrives 6–12 hours after you order, and nothing is produced until you approve it.
Paw print K9 patch quick facts
- Embroidered paw print K9 patches cost $3.00–$20.00 each depending on quantity, with a 10-patch minimum.
- Rush production takes 7–10 days and is available on every custom patch.
- Paw-print outlines keep each toe pad distinct from about 3.5" across.
- Warm brown and tan schemes pair well with tan, olive and khaki uniforms.
- Paw-shaped patches are a frequent order for K9 fundraisers and memorial events.
- Owl Badges is a US-based badge and patch manufacturer in Simi Valley, California, in business since 1999.
Customize this paw print K9 patch: backing, size, and thread options
- Backing: hook-side velcro for K9 vests, sew-on for uniforms, iron-on for fundraiser shirts and caps
- Sizes: 3"–10" across — 4" for sleeves and vest panels
- Colorways: brown, tan, gold and black as shown, or navy and silver to match a blue uniform
- Border: tan (shown), or brown, black or gold
- Thread: metallic gold for the shield and lettering
- Artwork: the shepherd redraws to your dog or breed, and the shield to your department badge, at no art charge
Who orders this design
County police K9 units, municipal canine teams and K9 support foundations order this paw print for handler uniforms, dog vests and fundraiser apparel. Its outline makes it a natural for public events where the dog is the draw. Many orders combine a duty run with iron-on patches sold to support the unit.
Custom paw print K9 patch pricing — embroidered
| Quantity | Price per patch |
|---|---|
| 10–19 | $20.00 |
| 20–29 | $14.00 |
| 30–49 | $11.00 |
| 50–74 | $6.50 |
| 75–99 | $6.00 |
| 100–249 | $5.50 |
| 250–499 | $3.00 |
Rush production in 7–10 days is available on all custom patches. Design your changes in the markup tool above, or get this patch quoted exactly as shown.
What your quote covers
- Your exact spec — quantity, size, backing, and colorway, priced to the piece
- A free digital mockup within 4 hours, before you commit to anything
- Rush production in 7–10 days whenever you need it
- No setup, digitizing, or art fees — the table price is the whole price
How ordering this patch works
Request a quote
Send this design (marked up or as-is) with your quantity. Quotes are answered 24/7 within 4 hours.
Approve your proof
Your stitch-ready proof arrives 6–12 hours after ordering. Nothing is produced until you approve it.
We verify & produce
Law-enforcement orders are verified with your agency before production — standard practice since 1999.
Delivery confirmed
We confirm your shipping address by phone, then email tracking the day your patches ship.
🏛 Bidding for your department or agency? We answer bids, RFQs and purchase-order quotes — see how agency bids and RFQs work, or tick “This quote is for a bid” in the quote form.
Paw print K9 patch questions
Do the toe pads stay separate when embroidered?
Yes. From about 3.5 inches across, each pad keeps a clean outline. For smaller sizes we slightly widen the gaps on your proof.
Can the shield inside the paw match our badge?
Yes. Send a photo of your badge or patch and we redraw the shield to match at no art charge.
Can we sell these at a K9 fundraiser?
Yes. Many units order an extra iron-on batch for fundraising — the art is yours to use, and the per-piece price drops with quantity.
Is the paw available in navy or black?
Yes. The paw, border and lettering can stitch in any colors; preview options in the markup tool before you request a quote.
What backing goes on a dog vest?
Hook-side velcro. It mates with the loop panel on most K9 vests so the patch can be moved or replaced.
Looking for a different K9 outline?
This page covers one paw-shaped design. For shields, stars and other breeds, browse the police patch lineup with this shepherd shield paw print. Ordering for both duty wear and a fundraiser? The patch guide that prices a paw-cut K9 patch for duty and fundraising runs lays out builds and backings.
Notes
Drop a 📍 pin on the patch, then type what you want changed there.