Category: February 2023

‘RIP good boy’: Condolences offered for K-9 killed in the line of duty

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says a K-9 named Graffit passed away after getting shot by a suspect near the Colorado School of Mines. Continue reading “‘RIP good boy’: Condolences offered for K-9 killed in the line of duty”

Texas dog starts fire going after snacks on stove, police officer helps save the house

SOUTHLAKE, TX — Thanks to the quick work of a nearby police officer, a dog that started a fire in North Texas was saved and the house sustained little damage. Continue reading “Texas dog starts fire going after snacks on stove, police officer helps save the house”

Columbus airport K9 team specifically chosen for Super Bowl security

COLUMBUS, Ohio — It may be a game, but the mission is serious for a TSA K9 team from Columbus, as they help to secure the Super Bowl and surrounding events, happening in the Phoenix area. Continue reading “Columbus airport K9 team specifically chosen for Super Bowl security”

Owner cries tears of joy after dog named Nugget found walking on road across country 7 years later

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — Nugget, a 16-year-old dog, was found in South Carolina 7 years after disappearing in New Mexico. Continue reading “Owner cries tears of joy after dog named Nugget found walking on road across country 7 years later”

‘Solemn honor’: Service dog honored during last Southwest flight after more than 250 trips

DALLAS, TX — A dog who had flown more than 250 times to help unite veterans with service dogs was honored during her last flight before her retirement. Continue reading “‘Solemn honor’: Service dog honored during last Southwest flight after more than 250 trips”

Dog saves owner’s life by alerting neighbors of medical emergency

SPOKANE, Wash. — A local dog brought a new meaning to “Man’s Best Friend” after he alerted neighbors that his owner was having a medical emergency and, ultimately, saved his life.  Continue reading “Dog saves owner’s life by alerting neighbors of medical emergency”