More people have taken part in helping shelter dogs find forever homes these past years. This is an affirmation that advocates for adoption need. It goes to show that their efforts to raise awareness about what happens to shelter dogs when they are not adopted are not in vain. People have different ways of helping. Some volunteer at animal shelters while others spread the news on social media.
K9 for a day
Officers from La Vista Police Department decided to help out, too. They organized an initiative called “K9 for a Day” where dogs from Nebraska Humane Society ride with them for the day. These officers take the dogs for a drive around town to increase their chances of finding forever homes.
The idea came about when Mickey, a Pit Bull, got adopted after the officers took him for a ride. He charmed the people he met along the way. Some approached him to give him a pat on the head or a belly rub which he loved, of course. A few days after his ride, someone called the shelter to file Mickey’s adoption papers. The strategy worked!
Good intentions, positive results
According to Officer Bryan Waugh, the Department Captain, it’s not just the dogs that benefit from K9 for a Day. Their department also benefits from the initiative. He noticed that the dog’s presence in their patrol cars sparks the interest of the locals. This becomes a conversation starter for the officers.
As an aftermath, officers can easily interact with people from the community. This strengthens the relationship between the locals and the men in uniform. People (and dogs!) know that they are in good hands because the officers are doing their best to reach out to them. Watch the video to know more about K9 for a Day:
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