HISD Police Department’s K-9 Bjorn to get badly needed donation of body armor

This potentially lifesaving body armor for fourlegged K-9 officers is U.S. made, custom-fitted, and National Institute for Justice certified.

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Houston Independent School District Police Department's beloved K-9 Bjorn will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

K-9 Bjorn’s vest will be embroidered with In honor of Haley's 21st Birthday.” Delivery is expected within 10 weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for fourlegged K-9 officers is U.S. made, custom-fitted, and National Institute for Justice certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided more than 4,210 vests to K-9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K-9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Would you like to help protect the life of a K-9? Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $960 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1,744-$2,283, weighs an average of 4-5 pounds, and comes with a five-year warranty.

For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718. 

December 23, 2024
Michael MK

Michael MK
Senior Editor & Writer

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