Hingham Police Comfort Dog Opry
About Opry:
Opry is Hingham Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the first member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program. District Attorney Cruz awarded the Hingham Police Department a Comfort Dog Pilot Program mini-grant in the Spring of 2021, and the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs Program was born.
Opry, born in 2021, is a mixed-breed rescued from the kill line in Texas. Opry was donated by PAWS New England. She received her training from Donna’s Do-Right Dogs LLC.
Opry is a rockstar… she knows how to skateboard, say hello and goodbye. You will often see Opry sporting one of her many costumes.
Opry resides with Hingham PD’s School Resource Officer Tom Ford and his family.
Fun Facts:
Opry knows how to skateboard and is often seen skateboarding past classrooms.
Opry loves to dress up.
Opry and Peddocks are best friends!
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Hanson Police Comfort Dog Ziva
About Ziva:
Ziva, born in 2022, is Hanson Police Department’s newest comfort dog. She is the ninth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Ziva is an English Creme Golden Retriever acquired and trained by Golden Opportunities for Independence (GOFI)
Ziva resides with Hanson PD’s School Resource Officer Derek Harrington and his family.
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Hanson Police Comfort Dog Lucy
About Lucy:
Lucy, born in 2022, was the Hanson Police Department’s first Comfort Dog. She served during the 2022-2023 school year. Lucy was a beloved member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program, but was forced into retirement due to a serious medical condition.
Lucy was the second member of our program. She was an English Creme Golden Retriever from Golden Opportunities for Independence (GOFI).
On August 24, 2023 with a heavy heart, the Hanson Police Department announced the End of Watch for Lucy. Lucy resided with Hanson PD’s School Resource Officer Derek Harrington and his family. We offer Officer Harrington, his family and the entire Hanson Police Department our sincerest condolences.
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Abington Police Comfort Dog Harlow
About Harlow:
Harlow is the Abington Police Department’s Comfort Dog, he is the third member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Harlow, born in 2022, is a Yellow Labrador Retriever and was a gift to the department from Patrice Anderson. Harlow received his training at 5 Rings Pet Resort. Harlow is bilingual. He understands commands in English, Spanish, and also understands hand signals.
Harlow resides with Abington PD’s School Resource Officer Gladys Morgan and her family.
Fun Fact:
Harlow is bilingual and understands hand signals
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About Lainey:
Lainey is the Hanover Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the fourth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Lainey, born in 2022, is a Yellow Labrador Retriever from Mallard Point Labradors. Lainey received her training at 5 Rings Pet Resort.
Lainey resides with Hanover PD’s Community Outreach Officer Mike McKeever and his family.
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Bridgewater State University Comfort Dog Mikey
About Mikey:
Mikey is the Bridgewater State University Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the fifth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Mikey, born in 2020, is an American Black Labrador Retriever acquired and trained by Puppies Behind Bars.
Mikey resides with Bridgewater State University PD’s Detective Sergeant Robert McEvoy and his family.
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East Bridgewater Police Comfort Dog Morgan
About Morgan:
Morgan is East Bridgewater Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the sixth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Morgan, born in 2022, is a Yellow Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Morgan resides with East Bridgewater PD’s School Resource Officer Tallitha Connor and her family.
Fun Fact:
Morgan loves stuffed animals.
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Hull Police Comfort Dog Peddocks
About Peddocks:
Peddocks is the Hull Police Department’s Comfort Dog. Peddocks is the seventh member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Peddocks, born in 2022, is a Black Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Peddocks resides with Hull PD’s Community Outreach Officer Leanne Marshalsea and her family.
Fun Facts:
Peddocks came in first place during the 1st Annual DARE Camp Plymouth County Comfort Dogs Race, beating Opry by a paw!
Peddocks & Opry are best friends!
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Whitman Police Comfort Dog Nola
About Nola:
Nola, born in 2023 is the Whitman Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the eighth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Nola is an English Creme Golden Retriever, acquired and trained by Golden Opportunity for Independence (GOFI)
Nola resides with Whitman PD’s School Resource Sergeant Kevin Harrington and his family.
Fun Fact:
Nola is the sister of Ziva (Hanson PD), and the late Lucy (Hanson PD)
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Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department Comfort Dog Starr
About Starr:
Starr, was acquired by the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department in March 2023. Starr is a Great Dane, born in 2019. She has received her training from Professional Canine Services.
Starr became our tenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs Program in July 2023. Starr resides with K9 Deputy Dennis Desroches and his family.
Plympton Police Comfort Dog Aggie
About Aggie:
Aggie, born in 2023 is the Plympton Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the eleventh member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program. Aggie joined our program in October 2023.
Aggie is a Red Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Aggie resides with Plympton PD’s Community Outreach Officer Cam Broderick and his family.
Fun Fact:
Aggie is sister to Roxy (Halifax PD), Sasha (Pembroke PD) and the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s Comfort Dog Dezi
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Halifax Police Comfort Dog Roxy
About Roxy:
Roxy, born in 2023 is the Halifax Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the twelfth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program. Roxy joined our program in October 2023.
Roxy is a Red Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Roxy resides with Halifax PD’s Community Outreach Officer Paul Campbell and his family.
Fun Facts:
The Halifax Police Department held a naming contest with the students of the Halifax Elementary School. The name Roxy won by a landslide.
Roxy is the sister of Aggie (Plympton PD), Sasha (Pembroke PD) and the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s Comfort Dog Dezi
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Pembroke Police Department Comfort Dog Sasha
About Sasha:
Sasha, born in 2023 is the Pembroke Police Department’s Comfort Dog. She is the thirteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program. Sasha joined our program in October 2023.
Sasha is a Red Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Sasha resides with Pembroke PD’s Community Outreach Officer MaryBeth Simmons and her family.
Fun Fact:
Sasha is the sister of Roxy (Halifax PD), Aggie (Plympton PD) and the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s Comfort Dog Dezi
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Marshfield Boys & Girls Club Comfort Dog Dezi
About Dezi:
Dezi, born in 2023 is the Marshfield Boys & Girls Club’s Comfort Dog. He is the fourteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program. Dezi joined our program in October 2023.
Dezi is a Red Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Dezi resides with the Boys & Girls Club CEO Jim Bunnell and his family.
Fun Fact:
Dezi is the brother of Roxy (Halifax PD), Aggie (Plympton PD) and Sasha (Pembroke PD).
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Norwell Police Department’s Comfort Dog Teddy
About Teddy:
Teddy, born in 2023 is the Norwell Police Department’s Comfort Dog. He is the fifteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Teddy is a Yellow Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Teddy resides with Sgt. Dan Dooley and his family.
Fun Fact:
Comfort Dog Teddy was named after Norwell Officer Ted Baldwin, who served on the department from 1956-1988. Officer Baldwin remained active in the Norwell Community until his death in 2019. Teddy will help support the close-knit community relationships that Officer Baldwin believed in.
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Plymouth Police Department’s Comfort Dog Eamon
About Eamon:
Eamon, born in 2022 is the Plymouth Police Department’s Comfort Dog. He is the Sixteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Eamon is an American Golden Labrador Retriever, born in Templeton, MA.
Eamon lives with his handler, Plymouth Officer Greg Lapollo, and his family.
Fun Fact:
Eamon knows how to salute!
Eamon loves to meet people and is a familiar sight all around town. If you see him, stop to say hello.
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Wareham Police Department’s Comfort Dog Lexi
About Lexi:
Lexi, born in 2024 is the Wareham Police Department’s Comfort Dog. she is the sixteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Lexi is a Yellow Labrador Retriever acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Lexi resides with Juvenile Detective Karl Baptiste and his family.
Scituate Police Department’s Comfort Dog Blue
About Blue:
Blue, born in 2024 is the Scituate Police Department’s Comfort Dog. He is the Seventeenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dog Program.
Blue is a Black English Labrador Retriever donated by Pacheco Kennels in Raynham, MA. Blue will receive his trining from Professional Canine Services.
Blue resides with Scituate PD’s Community Impact Officer Taylor Billings and his family.
Fun Fact:
Blue received his name through a naming contest at the Scituate Public Schools!
Bridgewater State University Comfort Dog Zach
About Zach:
Zach is the Bridgewater State University Police Department’s Community Resource / Comfort Dog. He is the eighteenth member of the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs Program.
Zach, born in 2020, is an American Black Labrador Retriever acquired and trained by Puppies Behind Bars. In addition to being a Community Resource / Comfort Dog, Zach is certified in explosives detection and is trained on over 40 odors.
Zach resides with Bridgewater State University PD’s Captain Ryan Tepper and his family.
Fun Facts:
Zach’s favorite activities are playing fetch and tug of war. He also loves searching for odors.
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Coming soon to a community near you…
Rochester Comfort Dog Clyde
About Clyde:
Clyde, born in 2023 is the Rochester Comfort Dog.
Clyde is a Corgi acquired from and trained by Professional Canine Services.
Clyde resides with Rochester School Resource Officer Katie Connolly and her family. Clyde’s status of training and working in his community is currently on hold.
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