Wednesday, January 22, 2025

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office announces therapy dog program

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office announces therapy dog program
The “therapy dog” program is a community outreach initiative to bring comfort to people in crisis and help foster positive interactions between the Sheriff’s Office and the community. Photo: San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus announced Friday a new program within her office that she leads, "Therapy Dog," a community outreach initiative to bring comfort to people in crisis and help foster positive interactions between the Sheriff's Office and the community.

This initiative, the Sheriff's Office detailed in a statement, is a commitment to strengthen its bond with the community.

Ben, the furry companion who has joined this law enforcement agency, has a sweet demeanor and the ability to share unconditional comfort that helps reduce anxiety symptoms and improve the mood of people in crisis.