Lawrenceville Police Welcome First Community Wellness Dog

The Lawrenceville Police Department has unveiled a first for Gwinnett County: K9 Rowan, a 7-month-old Goldendoodle, is joining the force as a Community Wellness Dog. This initiative is a bold step to improve mental health support for first responders and deepen connections between police and the community.

What’s Happening: K9 Rowan, nicknamed “Ro,” is a trained therapy dog specializing in emotional support. Whether it’s comforting individuals in crisis, visiting schools, or lightening the mood at community events, Rowan is here to bring calm and connection.

Why It Matters: Police Chief John Mullin says Rowan is part of a bigger mission. “We’re excited to introduce K9 Rowan as part of our dedicated mission of building a safer Lawrenceville through community engagement and professional police services,” Mullin said…

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