UnityPoint Health — Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge, Iowa, is getting two four-legged security officers, according to an article on the Messenger website.
The hospital received a $28,600 grant from the Trinity Foundation to purchase a German shepherd and a Dutch shepherd, as well as supplies and training.
Ninety percent of their day is walking with the public safety officer, to do the rounds and customer service interactions. They also will be available to be a physical presence and extender of security services if needed.
The K-9s were purchased through North Iowa K-9, a police-dog training business.
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