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VEST - A - DOG...
was started in 2005 and is a non-profit, tax deductible organization and is
endorsed by the local veterinary association.  100% of every donation is
used for the purchase and shipping of vests.  

The goal of the VEST-A-DOG program is to provide a bullet proof and
stab proof vest for every police dog in Wisconsin.  The vests are the only
protection these K-9 officers have until their human partners arrive on the
scene.
OVER A DOZEN DOGS ARE KILLED EACH YEAR
Most were shot or stabbed by the suspects they were attempting to apprehend.

K-9 police dogs are an important and necessary part of crime prevention.  Every day they
loyally carry out their dangerous work to keep us safe.  They  deserve the same level of
protection as their human partners.  They deserve bullet proof & stab proof vests too!   

Sadly, many law enforcement agencies and police departments do not have the funds to
purchase body armor that can save the lives of their police dogs.  The cost of each vest is
$840.  
THAT'S WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP!
In Wisconsin, we have over 235 canine officers.  Most of them do
not have protection.  With your help and generosity, we can protect
them as they courageously serve to protect us.  They put their
lives on the line for ours every day.  On a moments notice, and
without a second thought, they will give up their life to save ours.  
PARTNERS, FRIENDS & FAMILY
K-9 officers live with their human partners.  They become a part of their
family.  As special partners, K-9 officers give their lives so human officers
can return home to their families.  Sgt. Brian Reboltz states, “They’re always
a working dog, but when you get off work at the end of the night, it becomes
a family friend.  We don’t want to lose our friend.”