TAHOLAH — One four-legged member of the Quinalt Nation Police Department will be a little bit safer next time he goes out on patrol after the donation of a bullet proof vest from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s has provided over 2,400 protective vests, in 50 states, through private and corporate donations, at a cost of more than $1.9 million dollars.

The program is open to dogs actively employed in the U.S. with law enforcement or related agencies who are certified and at least 20 months of age.

Speaking on behalf of his K9 partner Jeb, Taholah Police Cpl. Tyler Warne said he is grateful for the donation of the vest.

“The Quinault Nation Police Department would like to thank Vested Interest in K9 Inc. for their time and excellent services they have provided,” he said. “Quinault Nation would also like to send a special thank you to Shana Greene for her generous donation, which made this armor possible for K9 Jeb. K9 Jeb and I can now work in confidence knowing K9 Jeb has body armor to help keep him safe from any dangerous environments we might encounter.”