It took only three weeks for donors to raise the money needed to provide the German Township Police Department with enough to buy a police dog.
Supporters hope the benefits will be felt for years to come.
The dog, named Idus, was obtained locally in German Township from a K9 trainer who brought him to the states from Germany, September 11, 2017. The 2-year-old German Shepherd was purchased for around $18,000, strictly from donations.
The German Township Police Department began accepting pledges to begin a canine program.
“Our generous community of contributors eclipsed that figure within three weeks,” said German Township Police Chief Joseph Andzik. Read More