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Renton Police introduce therapy canine ‘Wally’ and honor officers for life‑saving responses
Summary
The Renton Police Department presented a new therapy canine program and awarded life‑saving and meritorious service medals to officers after incidents including a shooting and an active‑shooter response.
Chief Schultz introduced Wally, a therapy canine the Renton Police Department plans to certify to assist employees, victims, witnesses and community members with trauma-related stress. The chief described Wally as a 16‑month‑old English yellow Labrador nearing completion of training with his handler, Officer Myers.
“It’s my honor and privilege to represent the police department this evening and to recognize and celebrate several of our department members,” Chief Schultz said as he described the…
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