Halo, a 6-year-old Pitbull, ended up in an animal shelter after her owners parted ways. Because of her breed, finding a family seemed almost impossible. Potential adopters weren’t interested in her, but her smiling mugshot captured the eyes of a police officer.
Upland Borough Police Lt. Mickey Curran quickly believed that Halo was the girl for them. He reached out to Rags 2 Riches Animal Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization in charge of Halo’s adoption, and inquired if their department could adopt the dog. He also asked if it was ok for the pup to live at the station.
As it turned out, neither Lt. Curran nor the shelter’s director, Tish Mayo, ever heard of a police department adopting a dog. Nevertheless, Tish agreed with Lt. Curran’s proposal. She believed that dogs belong everywhere, and adopting Halo to the police officers was a win-win idea for everybody.
Lt. Curran assured that Halo would not be left alone since officers were at the station 24/7. He knew that Halo would help build the officers’ morale and that she’d help brighten their day as she greets them with her wagging tail and a charming smile.
K9 Halo joined the department in 2019 by signing her paw onto an affidavit presented during the swearing-in ceremony. She lives full time at the station now, but she isn’t your typical K9 officer. She doesn’t tag along on patrol rides; neither does she chase bad guys or sniff drugs. Halo’s primary responsibility is to welcome visitors and boost the morale of his co-workers.
Halo’s doing an incredibly great job, and residents love her so much. The department didn’t even have to spend a dime on her needs because the neighbors buy her lots of treats and doggy toys. They also receive substantial cash donations from well-off neighbors.
Halo bonded the police officers closer to one another. She served as a good example and continues to be a role model for everybody. And like any other law enforcement officer, this adorable pup also wears her badge. Good job, Halo!
Credits to Instagram@Halo Upland PD Mascot
