Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed a bill today allowing quick medical care for injured police dogs.
The new law allows K9s hurt in the line of duty to get first aid from EMTs and taken by ambulance to a veterinary hospital.
“Police dogs are often a part of difficult – and occasionally violent – situations, and this legislation ensures that these loyal members of the police departments of Rhode Island are provided with life-saving first aid in the event of a tragedy,” said Governor Dan McKee. “I sincerely thank the bill sponsors and advocates who ensured that this critical legislation reached my desk, and it was an honor to sign it into law.”
A similar law was enacted in Massachusetts earlier this year.
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