It’s a police officer’s duty to look out for everyone in their community, whether they be human or animal. Recently, one group of NYPD officers came to the rescue of a blind dog who was trapped in a pond. It was an especially scary Halloween this year for an 8-year-old border collie named Sparky, who ended up stuck in the frigid waters of Baisley Pond in South Jamaica, … [Read more...] about Police officers brave freezing waters to rescue blind border collie from pond — thank you
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Police officers line up to salute K9 with terminal cancer on her final walkout
Police dogs are an invaluable part of any police department. They do critical police work, including tracking down missing people. They’re also beloved by their fellow officers, seen as both a pet and a colleague. When the time comes for these dogs to cross over the rainbow bridge, they deserve a respectful send-off that recognizes their life of hard work and … [Read more...] about Police officers line up to salute K9 with terminal cancer on her final walkout
Exam for police dogs to remain calm in front of a cat
One of the most important skills for a police dog is to be able to remain calm and focused in a variety of situations, including in the presence of distractions. One of the most common distractions for police dogs is cats. To test a police dog's ability to remain calm in front of a cat, it is common to administer an exam. This exam typically involves placing the dog in a … [Read more...] about Exam for police dogs to remain calm in front of a cat
Deer found with “PET” painted on its body, wearing a collar — police issue a warning
We share our world with many wild animals. Many of us are visited by animals in our own yards, including deer, moose, bears and even the occasional seal. While it is nice to peacefully coexist with these creatures, it’s important to remember that they aren’t your pets — most of the time it’s better to leave wildlife alone, both for your sake and the animal’s, and keep your … [Read more...] about Deer found with “PET” painted on its body, wearing a collar — police issue a warning
Puppy beaten nearly to death gets adopted by police officer who rescued him
A heartbreaking story now has a heartwarming update: weeks after a puppy was found brutally beaten, he’s getting an inspiring new start. On August 23, a German Shepherd puppy was found on the road in York County, Pennsylvania, bleeding and unconscious. Someone had beaten the poor pup nearly to death: he suffered multiple fractures and was severely malnourished. The pup … [Read more...] about Puppy beaten nearly to death gets adopted by police officer who rescued him