The four-legged members of the Fulton County Sherriff’s Office will now be better protected from bullets and knives.
Three dogs in the K-9 unit — Diesel, Ian, and Zack — will receive ballistic vests donated by Vested Interest in K9s, the sheriff’s office announced Tuesday.
“Our K-9 deputies are the first line of protection for their handlers and the public,” said Sheriff Pat Labat.
The canine vests, each weighing 4 to 5 pounds, cost between $1,700 and roughly $2,300, according to the sheriff’s office. The dogs will start wearing the vests in eight to 10 weeks.
“Our K-9 deputies are loyal and will give their lives to protect ours. It is important that we do all we can to keep them safe,” Labat said.
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