Donation Allows Illinois Agency to Acquire Comfort Dog for Officers and Victims

The department said a generous donation from the Antioch Lion’s Club led to the three-year-old canine being acquired.

Antioch (Illinois) Police welcome their new comfort dog, Flo. A three-year-old Labrador retriever was acquired through a donation from the Antioch Lion’s Club.Antioch (Illinois) Police welcome their new comfort dog, Flo. A three-year-old Labrador retriever was acquired through a donation from the Antioch Lion’s Club.City of Antioch/Facebook

The Antioch (Illinois) Police Department has acquired a Labrador retriever named Flo, who will provide comfort to officers, victims and community members.

The department said a generous donation from the Antioch Lion’s Club led to the three-year-old canine being acquired, the Lake McHenry Scanner reports.

Officials said Flo will enhance public safety by providing comfort to those in need.

Flo is a trained service dog from Supporting Independence through Teamwork Service Dogs in southern Illinois.

The organization specializes in canine therapy and provides visits to rehabilitation facilities, childcare centers, support groups and independent living facilities.

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