Lakeland's K9 Heroes Receive Lifesaving Vests

Lakeland's K9 Heroes Receive Lifesaving Vests LAKELAND, Fla. - Lakeland Police Department K9s Mako and Pantera are now better equipped to protect

LAKELAND, Fla. – Lakeland Police Department K9s Mako and Pantera are now better equipped to protect and serve thanks to a generous donation of bullet and stab protective vests from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support to law enforcement dogs nationwide.

The vests, embroidered with the touching tribute “In memory of K9 Hobbs, Des Moines, IA – EOW 12/12/23”, are a testament to the unwavering commitment of Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. to safeguarding these brave four-legged officers.

This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S.-made, custom-fitted, and NIJ-certified.

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Chief Sam Taylor stated, “I’m extremely appreciative of the generous donations made by Vested Interest to shield the lives of the canine heroes who protect our citizens and officers as they patrol Lakeland day and night with their human partners.”

Since its inception in 2009, the organization has provided over 5,514 custom-fitted, U.S.-made, and NIJ-certified vests to K9s across all 50 states, valued at $6.9 million.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. welcomes donations from individuals and corporations alike to continue their mission of providing lifesaving vests to eligible K9s who are at least 20 months old and actively serving in law enforcement or related agencies.