LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – K9 Wilson with the Crosby County Sheriff’s Office will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
The vest was sponsored by the nonprofit organization and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.” Delivery is expected within ten 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. The potentially lifesaving body armor for K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice certified.
Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states through private and corporate donations.
The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.
Each vest has a value of $1,800, weighs an average of 4-5 pounds, and comes with a five-year warranty. A single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, call (508) 824-6978. The organization provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or contributions may be mailed to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.
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