The News Tribune

Among the many tributes paid to fallen Pierce County Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel McCartney this week one has a wagging tail and a fondness for dog biscuits.

A new K9 deputy arrived from Pennsylvania on Tuesday. He will go by the name of Deputy Dan.

The name, the Sheriff’s Department said, was chosen by McCartney’s three sons.

“With the name comes great expectations — brave, strong, hardworking,” the department said. “We know K9 Dan is up to the challenge.”

McCartney, who began his law enforcement career in Hoquiam, was fatally shot Jan. 8 after responding to a home invasion at a Frederickson “drug house.” His funeral was Wednesday.

The 15-month-old German Shepard will join fellow K9 Deputy Baker, “Who proudly served alongside Deputy Daniel McCartney in our Mountain Detachment,” the Sheriff’s Department said.