Cottage Grove introduces Riggs, a public‑safety therapy dog trained by Soldier 6

Mar 17, 2025

At the March 19 meeting the council welcomed Riggs, the city's first public‑safety therapy dog; staff said Riggs will support case‑management calls, assist first responders and was funded by a Minnesota Department of Public Safety therapy‑dog grant.

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Cottage Grove city leaders introduced Riggs, the city’s first public‑safety therapy dog, during the March 19 City Council meeting. Staff said Riggs will support the department’s case management work and provide emotional support to community members and first responders.

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