PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) – A Heartland police K-9 will be getting some new body armor.
According to the Paducah Police Department, K-9 Karo will receive a bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
The vest was sponsored by Thomas Infante of Cold Springs, Kentucky and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always.” It is expected to be delivered within ten weeks.
According to the police department, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a charity that provides bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States.
Since 2009, the organization has provided more than 5,918 vests to K-9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by both private and corporate donations.
For more information or to donate, call Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. at (508) 824-6978.
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