A Unique Type Of K9 Pup Joins Wisconsin Police Department

When it comes to police K9 pups, we usually think of the ones going after the bad guys.

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K9 officers work side-by-side with their handlers to sniff out drugs, aid in arrests, and help keep our communities safe.

Just recently, the Superior Police Department added a new K9 to the crew but this pup, named Millie will serve in a unique capacity for the City of Superior as a therapy dog.

What is a K9 therapy dog? As stated in the post; "Therapy K9 programs are becoming a popular tool for law enforcement agencies to build rapport, improve engagement, and bring better outcomes.".

A K9 therapy dog acts as another tool for the department to help out in various situations which could include therapy sessions or anywhere a pup could help out to bring calm to someone struggling.

K9 Millie was donated by Blueberry Cottage Labradoodles out of Osseo, Wi and after approximately a year of training will be ready to get to work for the department.

Signs That Summer Is Over In The Minnesota + Wisconsin

Just as fast as it arrives - it's over. But what defines its end point?

People who live in the Midwest have come to fully-appreciate and embrace the four seasons. Spring, summer, fall, winter - each have their highlights. That's why we're always so sad to see each one end. Or are we?

Forget the calendar. Here are the true signs that the summer season is over for folks who live in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Gallery Credit: Steve Tanko