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    5-month-old Millie is Kannapolis Police Department’s first therapy dog

    By Erika Jackson,

    4 hours ago
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    Kannapolis police have a new K-9 on the force, but the Bernedoodle won’t go out to hunt criminals.

    Five-month-old Millie is the department’s first therapy dog. Her handler told Channel 9′s Erika Jackson it’s a little step that has a big impact.

    ALSO READ: CMPD provides support for officers, employees after traumatic events

    “It’s getting that comfort, getting that relief, getting that connection in real time,” Lt. Justin Smith said.

    >> How the Kannapolis Police Department will benefit from its first therapy dog, in the video at the top of the page.

    (WATCH BELOW: Therapy dogs help Charlotte firefighters’ mental health)

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