The Pierce County (WA) Sheriff's Office has acquired a new K-9 and named the dog "Dan" for Deputy Daniel McCartney who was shot and killed Jan. 7 .
"While the breeders originally named the dog 'Alfa,' today a new name was chosen for him by Deputy McCartney's three sons who named him 'Dan.' With the name comes great expectations—brave, strong, hard working. We know K-9 Dan is up to the challenge and are so excited to have him join our family," the Pierce County SO said on Facebook .









