Shelter dog becomes Fort Worth police K-9 officer

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Ай бұрын

Getting a police dog from overseas can be expensive, but the Fort Worth Police Department saved a lot of taxpayer money and saved a life by rescuing from the city's shelter.

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@karlsangree4679 Ай бұрын

My partner K-9 Ernie came from a shelter. Best K-9 partner I ever had. We retired together and I was able to adopt him at retirement so we're together for life.

@user-gc4zy2sr2g Ай бұрын

As it should be. Thank you both for your service.

@jeffdur1330 Ай бұрын

Sure bro

@trinitywright7122 Ай бұрын

Yay🎉

@christinebuckingham8369 29 күн бұрын

Thank you Both for your Service - so happy you were able to adopt him! 🙏❤️❤️

@jordanlalonde2507 29 күн бұрын

Awesome!

@Pittymom Ай бұрын

Thank you for promoting shelters & to rescue dogs!!! They are hidden gems!!! I know I have 2 treasures I would die without ❤

@melonienercuit Ай бұрын

💯💯💯

@julieanne5373 Ай бұрын

All of my babies have been rescues. I wouldn’t look anywhere else. ☮️💟

@Pittymom Ай бұрын

@@julieanne5373 Nor would I!!

@tmyap112 Ай бұрын

W 🐶 W 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😻

@jeskac209 Ай бұрын

Me too. Im a blessed owner of two rescued dogs and cats.

@magala9287 Ай бұрын

A great triple win: 1) The animal shelter gets the dogs rescued with new owners. 2) The police department gets the right dogs more or less for free. 3) The dogs get a new lease on life. Everyone benefits!

@lisanguyen6324 Ай бұрын

Quadruple if you account that the shelter frees up space to save and house another animal in need!

@ro--M Ай бұрын

4) in best case scenario the dog was abandoned by a drug trafficker who gets caught by his former furry friend

@MariaTorres-hc5uq Ай бұрын

@@ro--M That's the best one!🤣

@everydayiseveryday4529 Ай бұрын

And after their retirement they get the best homes..

@christinebuckingham8369 Ай бұрын

@@everydayiseveryday4529Usually and Hopefully their Handlers who they’ve deeply bonded with and their families! 🙏💙🐕‍🦺👮‍♂️💙🙏

@nicoletambasco9210 Ай бұрын

He’s a good looking boy! You can see he’s a charmer too.

@angelacarol9368 Ай бұрын

He loves his job too! ❤️🐶

@JTD472 27 күн бұрын

Probably depends on who you ask how charming he is haha Edit: oh I guess he’s just for alerting to drugs and such. My joke no longer applies. Huge bummer for all of us, yes.

@daCubanaqt 24 күн бұрын

He’s beautiful!!🥰🥰

@lilyjameson5156 16 күн бұрын

Yes! He looks just like my beautiful black shepherd, Jack. He died in 2022, but I still miss him every day. He was such a great dog! I can tell that Rock is too.

@kepckatherinec805 Ай бұрын

What a gorgeous dog! I’m sorry he was abandoned by previous owners, but now he is living a fabulous life full of love, appreciation and purpose.

@sophiab3005 Ай бұрын

Their loss for sure! ❤️

@jlam3927 24 күн бұрын

Perhaps he was abandoned because he attacked people. Now he's found a home where he can go about his evil business.

@user-yy7hg4ph6f 22 күн бұрын

@@jlam3927 I think you may be the evil one.....😬

@jlam3927 22 күн бұрын

@@user-yy7hg4ph6f I think you lick boots.

@Periwinkleblue. Ай бұрын

Fantastic!!! He looks like he was born for this role. How awesome. Thank you for saving him and giving him purpose! ❤

@christinebuckingham8369 Ай бұрын

👍💯💙🐕‍🦺👮‍♂️💙

@kimberlygriffin4126 Ай бұрын

…that’s what I’m saying too…I’m pretty sure that is a Belgium malinois…they are amazing!!! Will be a good choice got this work. They were born for this…absolutely!

@davidwilliams1086 25 күн бұрын

Probably was. Too many owner Turn in for dogs that are high energy.

@davidwilliams1086 25 күн бұрын

@@kimberlygriffin4126I saw one one the video.

@kimberlygriffin4126 25 күн бұрын

@@davidwilliams1086 I’m sure that’s what mine is…after a friend pointed it out, it made much more sense to me why she does (or can do, I should say) the things she does…she literally climbs fences…no matter how high…it gave me much more appreciation for her than the frustration I was feeling…she loves to visit the neighbor to say hello and she has been known to show up at places she’s only been to once when she would “get out” She was picked up by the animal shelter who was also amazed by her. When coming in one morning the lady said she couldn’t believe that my dog was out amongst the other dogs in cages. Related to her that she can surely climb…she replied back “it was an enclosed cage” to this day, they still don’t know how she did that.

@patjohnson5586 Ай бұрын

what a wonderful story - he is gorgeous - THANK YOU

@JillABaker970 Ай бұрын

What a beautiful story Amazing shelter animals are some of the very best animals you can find I’m so happy they are using shelter dogs

@cynthiatolman326 Ай бұрын

I don't think Rock is an anomaly, I'll bet countrywide there are thousands of dogs who have the right stuff. When will people stop buying dogs? Every breed is available for adoption, let's stop the killing of wonderful dogs. Way to go Rock!❤

@marrmaladee Ай бұрын

the only reason "every breed" is available for adoption is due to backyard breeders. Support ETHICAL breeding and shelters/rescues. Not every shelter is sunshine and rainbows, nor every breeder.

@apbt067 29 күн бұрын

@@marrmaladeenot really it’s do to sorry people that’s the biggest cause.

@christip20 28 күн бұрын

Yes! There are!

@dontworryboutitsweetheart 28 күн бұрын

I totally agree. It takes time... patience, and a lot of (commitment) hard work. LET ME CLARIFY.... There is dog for every job. All dogs aren't going to apprehend, obviously... but may be good at therapy in court, or retirement home. Endless jobs, allllll can work with the above, requirements....imo

@3cheese711 28 күн бұрын

@marrmaladee me personally I'd rather get a dog from a ethical breeder, I want to know what im getting and if it's coming from a good line. That being said I think it's great other are adopting but it's important to support ethical breeders. Reason I wanna know what I'm getting is because I'm doing serious training, not just obedience but agility too and good genetics play a role in how durable your dogs body is. Currently training a Doberman in agility. She's got the seesaw, tunnels, jumps, tires and weaving poles down. Now we're working on her doing basically a handstand against a wall, she knows what to do just needs to get better at it. (I taught her that within 1 night)

@robinshane4661 Ай бұрын

He is so adorable. Thank you for seeing value in that shelter dog. ❤

@christinebuckingham8369 Ай бұрын

👍💯💯💯❤️

@hagamapama Ай бұрын

An officer who has this attitude will also see value in people who are down on their luck. the best kind of officers

@noblackzone 29 күн бұрын

Yes a lot of adorable shelter dogs

@gladysanderson1351 Ай бұрын

Hats off to your department for saving wonderful dogs, and saving taxpayer money in the process! We have a shelter rescue ourselves, and she is a treasure! Rock is beautiful, so smart, and an obvious valuable player in your department.

@jenneypinkston5881 Ай бұрын

Amazing!!! ⭐⭐⭐Thank you so much for saving K9 Rock and his fellow K9 officers....each on a new journey !!! Stay safe y'all 🙏 💙🐾🐾💙🙏

@mp_8 Ай бұрын

This is great, all the dogs in shelters deserve second chances. And they are great dogs. Thank you to the police department ❤

@LauraRoberts-ed9nj Ай бұрын

He is such a Handsome boy!!❤

@nomoreincnomoreinc5100 Ай бұрын

Omg, look at his handsome face.

@j.cassavoy4661 Ай бұрын

Always adopt, don't shop. So nice to see how smart this police department is. Shelters are full of perfect dogs and cats ❤

@lowrider419fly Ай бұрын

What an intelligent looking dog!

@hagamapama Ай бұрын

gsd re one of the most intelligent breeds which can make them high maintenance but also very trainable

@Kenna198 29 күн бұрын

You can see it in his eyes how intelligent he is

@halloumi420 25 күн бұрын

Yes he is but I love how goofy and playful he looks too! Best of both worlds😍

@vpej8508 Ай бұрын

This is Awesome! I think its a great idea for lots of Law Enforcement Branches, to do this too! This is also a great idea for retired military that needs a support animal, guide dogs etc. Hope more will copy this Department. 👍

@ruthresetar5940 Ай бұрын

Working dogs gotta work.

@kashismom Ай бұрын

That’s awesome! Other Police departments with K9’s should follow your lead and save a life from the shelter.

@jacquelineaslan8403 Ай бұрын

What a great story. God bless all of our officers!

@carriebradley7634 Ай бұрын

Rhis is fantastic. A guge win for the department...the dog. ..and the walket of tax payers! Nicely done!

@Bebedollie Ай бұрын

He's such a good boy !! Love him ❤

@conqueringlion420 Ай бұрын

God bless the officer who saved our beloved AKC Champion German shepherd

@apbt067 29 күн бұрын

The akc is a joke.

@Brownsocksflirt 18 күн бұрын

@@apbt067 just because the litter you came from was t recognized, doesn’t mean you have a right to insult the AKC.

@emmagillard2151 Ай бұрын

This is great. And sets a good example for the public too. So many great dogs in shelters

@carlberg7503 Ай бұрын

Bravo! Everybody wins. Great gratitude to the Fort Worth police for rescuing dogs. Heartbreaking to see so many amazing dogs locked up in shelters.

@gloriaeller4328 Ай бұрын

Congrats Rock. I know you will be an amazing K-9 officer for the Fort Worth Police Department. Thanks for saving a shelter dogs life. I am truly grateful.

@milliebean6687 Ай бұрын

Thank you officers 😢😢😢

@ruthresetar5940 Ай бұрын

Yes, indeed! ❤

@Trace9598 Ай бұрын

Gorgeous dog. Dogs in the shehrer can do the same as these dogs who are bred to become police dogs and military dogs. I don't t like seeing animals used in the pilice dept or military at all, they sre put in danger.and are the first ones are sent out in dangerous situation. . These dogs do the hard work that no human can do. IIs wonderful that this dog was saved and adopted. This is what every police dept and the military should be doing is going to shelters and rescues and adoptung and saving dogs like this beautiful dog who was saved. This is so wonderful ❤

@nooneyouknow5516 Ай бұрын

I could not love this any more! What a great story, saving taxpayer dollars and dogs while catching the bad guys. Promoting adoption of strays.... Way to go to all of you! ❤❤❤❤❤❤🐾🐾🐾🐾

@tonischolz2231 Ай бұрын

Thank you for adopting shelter dogs

@Honeybee1975.. Ай бұрын

That is so awesome! Not only do these dogs get rescued but they get a new lease on life with a loving family and they get to be with their handlers throughout the day.

@susanmacatangay4209 Ай бұрын

What a wonderful plan to start with a shelter dog. Shelter dogs are magnificent animals.

@vcwloves9864 Ай бұрын

All departments need to look at shelter dogs first!!! ❤❤❤ What a beautiful story.

@francescacastiglione7094 Ай бұрын

He’s beautiful and so glad he was chosen for K-9 work!

@chichitex1252 28 күн бұрын

What a wonderful rescue! Saved his life and protects all of us citizens!❤❤❤

@frankrizzo4460 Ай бұрын

Wow he looks exactly like my black German Shepherd he gets up very early in the morning and has breakfast with me before work. I love these animals they love us unconditionally and would protect us with their lives.

@racher4593 Ай бұрын

Great job, officers. If you want a dog, please consider your local shelter, and please consider the older dogs there. They always have a lot of love to give.

@KohalaLover Ай бұрын

Who’s the good boy?! K-9 Rock is. Thank you for saving a life. Hope Rock will receive a vest to keep him protected. I wish more police departments would adopt shelter dogs.

@philoctetes_wordsworth Ай бұрын

Let this be a lesson to towns and cities everywhere. Breeders are not the only sources of effective, and even exemplary canine officers.🤗🤗🤗Also: animals rescued from shelters have a different perspective, on life. They are so very grateful.

@joanns.6380 Ай бұрын

This makes me so very happy. Thank you to the Fort Worth Police Department for giving this dog a purpose in life and a life full of love. God Bless You All !!!!

@tharris4169 Ай бұрын

Aww Rock you have just rocked my world thak you for all the great work that you do lot's of love from south Wales UK ❤🐕❤️🇬🇧🇺🇲

@rosehelmich2979 Ай бұрын

Such a beautiful, intelligent dog!! Kudos to the Ft. Worth Police Department for saving his life!!!!!❤️🐾

@kathleen7825 Ай бұрын

Absolutely Awesome 👍💗🐕 Thank you for saving a his life 🙏 God Bless The Earth Angels 🙏💗🐕🐾

@Willow76ny Ай бұрын

Never under estimate the loyalty of a shelter dog. They are some of the best pets you’ll ever have.

@peggynulsen1365 Ай бұрын

What a handsome fella. A thousand thumbs up for rescuing a shelter dog.

@charise89 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Rock!!! Remain safe!!! Thank you for saving him and thinking on yr feet! 🙏

@karenstafford724 Ай бұрын

He is absolutely gorgeous. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@howdy90 Ай бұрын

Beautiful doggie 🐕!

@tammyward2932 16 күн бұрын

Now that is a Love story!!! Blessings to ALL whom adopt a rescued animal and love them!! 🥰🙏💯🤗

@lilyjameson5156 16 күн бұрын

THANK YOU for saving dogs from your local shelter!! There are so many healthy, wonderful dogs in shelters who are simply dumped there by selfish, irresponsible owners who conveniently forget that dogs are a lifetime commitment - the dog's life - not just until their owners move, or have a baby, or meet a new partner who doesn't want a pet! Rock is gorgeous (looks just like my rescued black shepherd) and obviously great at what he does, and he's so blessed. I wish all were just as blessed. PLEASE keep spreading the word. Sadly, there are too many amazing animals who end up in shelters through no fault of their own.... and who die waiting for someone to save them because they run out of time (they only get a short time). God bless you and all dogs!!

@greg1288 Ай бұрын

Huge thank you to the FWPD for your contribution in helping to find homes and in Rocky’s case a Job! Wishing Officer Rocky a long healthy and adventurous career! God bless

@kathleenmckeithen118 Ай бұрын

K9 Officer, Rock, is beautiful, strong, and intelligent. I hope he serves the Fort Worth Police Department for as long as possible.

@charlotteh7766 Ай бұрын

Beautiful dog and beautiful hoomans! 🇺🇲🫶🇩🇰

@zyiellenesterling9890 29 күн бұрын

Wow, wow, wow!!! This true story brings tears to my eyes. Thank God for these wonderful people to give life-saving chance to our shelters dogs. YES, THEY ARE VALUABLE DOGS!!! Pls. save our shelter dogs and cats. They will one day serve our communities.

@SweetColo 14 күн бұрын

He’s a working dog and they are Happiest when they have a job. They both won the lottery!❤❤❤❤❤. Great story ❤

@user-qi1ns8zb7q 29 күн бұрын

It is so sad that such wonderful creatures are dumped like trash! I have 4 rescues! Wish I could have more. I hope Dallas & all the surrounding cities pay attention and do what Ft Worth has! Thank you for saving him!

@musclemary2227 Ай бұрын

This should be the first option, I'm glad they are promoting this ❤

@lindzbreezyoh Ай бұрын

This is what all departments should do. Just rescue dogs for the police force

@vcwloves9864 Ай бұрын

Both of my dogs are rescues-- one full bred German Shephard was rescued from a breeder. As a pup, he was returned because he was sick. The breeder was going to put him down. I decided to take him, not knowing the expense that it would take for him to survive, but it's been worth it! He's a better companion than a few cheeseburgers and concerts ever will be. ❤

@trixie898989 Ай бұрын

What a wonderful story!

@katz734 Ай бұрын

Never know just where you’ll find the next hero. ❤️🐶❤️

@ES11777 Ай бұрын

Hope they keep him safe! Sweet precious dog ❤

@riskrunner42 Ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful K9! Thank you for your service. 🙏🏻

@christinebuckingham8369 Ай бұрын

Amazing Rescue and Hero Story!! Thank you for Rescuing Shelter Dogs and promoting their adoption! Rock is a gorgeous dog, he is clearly deeply bonded with his handler already! May K9 Officer Rock and his Handler Sgt. Hubbard always be protected by St. Michael the Archangel and St. Francis of Assisi! 🙏💞 Thank you both for your Service, Bravery and being Heroes - May you always be safe! 🙏💙🐕‍🦺👮‍♂️💙🙏

@supermathlete101 20 күн бұрын

Thank you Fort Worth PD for adopting this handsome good boy!

@deem7478 Ай бұрын

Rescue and shelter is the way to go. It's laughable how people say they "adopted" a dog when, in fact, they "bought" the dog from a puppy mill pet shop or backyard breeder.

@GunGirl1776 Ай бұрын

That is absolutely amazing! What a smart boy!

@DinFL Ай бұрын

Thank you Fort Worth PD. You and your K9’s rock! 💙

@chrisc2683 Ай бұрын

This is great. And the fact that they’re wise enough to NOT use him for apprehension work is even better.

@susancregg472 Ай бұрын

Why is that (honest question-I love dogs, but don't know much about them in this regard).

@chrisc2683 Ай бұрын

@@susancregg472 Since his origins are unknown and he probably doesn't come from working lines, he might not have the temperament for that type of work.

@susancregg472 Ай бұрын

@@chrisc2683 Interesting. So that type of temperament can be bred for? Or do the parent dogs teach the pups?

@chrisc2683 Ай бұрын

@@susancregg472 I’m far from an expert but working line dogs are usually purposely and selectively bred. The breeder looks for certain traits in dogs that would show if they’d be fit as a military working dog or a police K9. Even within the working line German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Malinois, not all of the dogs are going to be suitable for that type of role.

@susancregg472 Ай бұрын

@@chrisc2683 Interesting! Thanks!

@rogehnimunoz4327 25 күн бұрын

Love this news. Rescue the poor souls . Be safe officers and God bless.

@thejoanzone140 7 күн бұрын

I got my special needs son a dog from our local shelter & trained him to be a service dog. Duke, the dog, taught my son to walk, protected him, sniffed out infection, & more. He was fantastic! So glad this beauty gets to showcase his talents as a K9 officer.

@jeskac209 Ай бұрын

Salute to you K-9 Officer ! Lots of love from Gilroy California 🐾💖Muhaaaaas

@debraannoconnell5148 Ай бұрын

I seen headlines and had to watch the video. This makes me so happy for Rock. He seems like a natural police dog and very smart. I pray the Angels keep him safe when he is on duty. Amen 🙏 🙌

@SuperEholmes Ай бұрын

A win, win for sure.

@sallysue8176 14 күн бұрын

My mom was attacked by a dog as a kid so she has always been distant and not affectionate with dogs. But we had a German Shepherd and she loved him. We had other dogs but that German Shepherd was her dog. ❤

@Hisgal04 Ай бұрын

What a wonderful story ❤

@blackout07blue Ай бұрын

Marijuana? What a complete waste of time and energy. Props to the dog though, and whoever’s idea it was to look for a dog there.

@TheBandit7613 24 күн бұрын

Thank god pot is legal here in Nevada. People smoke pot, sit on the couch and eat a bowl of Fruit Loops and take a nap. They aren't aggressive, they don't steal for another fix, they don't beat their wife or kids. Virtually no downside. Plus millions in tax dollars.

@wendydimon9934 Ай бұрын

That is fantastic!

@lauramoore8272 Ай бұрын

My uncle now retired was a Florida State Trooper with K9. He got Mickey the same way. Highly decorated and he was a shelter dog. I applaud any law enforcement agencies doing this. My uncle went on to go state to state to certify these dogs. His literally had contracts out in them. He patrolled Dade County Florida. He is deceased now so I don't mind sharing this information. Still held in high regard. He and Mickey ❤️

@vickil3256 Ай бұрын

He’s the handsomest officer I’ve seen in a while.

@Sophiathewigglebut Ай бұрын

THANK YOU for your service to your community & for giving shelter dogs a chance at a wonderful life!

@user-nt6ov1il2n Ай бұрын

That officier GETS IT!!!! You can tell is knows the value of dogs. GO ROCK.

@enigma_33. Ай бұрын

This is wonderful! He’s the best boy and handsome too. Shelter pets are truly the best. ❤

@lucy2014 Ай бұрын

What a wonderful story! There's nothing like shelter dogs. I have one that I can't imagine my life without her ❤

@marymcsherry1965 29 күн бұрын

He knows he's a star ! 🎉 What a fabulous intelligent dog

@lisarojas3939 Ай бұрын

These dogs are beautiful and not forgotten.Thank you so much by the grace of god that you save them sending you much love and respect for first responders from southern california❤

@krissy0628 25 күн бұрын

He’s beautiful. Can’t believe any dog is in a shelter let alone this smart boy..

@MariaTorres-hc5uq Ай бұрын

Best wishes to the Paw Officer! Good Boy! 🤩 German Sheperds were bred for being useful. They have to do something, and they come "equipped" with the right tools. Best regards to the Fort Worth Police Department from Lisbon Portugal.

@lmc2375 24 күн бұрын

Keep him safe too! Thank you for saving him, and any other one you can. 🙏🐕❤💫💥

@rquin0268 29 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for saving this beautiful soon-to-be K-9. ❤❤

@mstyles2667 Ай бұрын

Shelter dogs can work and so can shelter cats! All warehouses should have a crew of cats keeping the rodents out. There is no reason for animals to be behind bars. Thank you Fort Worth police for being so caring and open minded.

@judithstratton9073 Ай бұрын

Now THIS IS A GREAT THING! Congratulations!

@shendaraalshedir5403 Ай бұрын

Pawsome awesome!! This GORGEOUS boy is a local Hero now. I wish him a long healthy happy life, just a stunning beauty! ADOPT DON'T SHOP!!👍😄 And here's all the proof you need as to why!🐾🌈☮️🇨🇦