KILLEEN, Texas — Killeen Police Department (KPD) K9 Elza will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to Vested Interest in K9s.
The potentially lifesaving body armor is custom fitted for Elza and will be embroidered with “In memory of K9 Lenin, Baytown, TX - EOW 3/9/23." The company has provided over 5,760 vests to K9 units, according to KPD.
The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate.
The company does accept donations for future work, more information can be found here.
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