Osbournes help Muncie police buy a new K-9
The Muncie Police Department is getting a new K-9, courtesy of Ozzy Osbourne and son.
The “Prince of Darkness,” who was often shown interacting with his family’s dogs on their MTV reality show, was recently convinced by his son Jack to buy the Indiana police department a new K9 officer, according to the StarPress in central Indiana.
“Jack and Ozzy are sending the check either this week or next week and then we’ll go get him,” said police Sgt. Jay Turner. The department plans to name the new dog Ozzy.
Ozzy will take the place of Rover, a 13-year-old German Shepherd has been with the Muncie Police Department since 2000 and is retiring this month.
When it became clear that it was time for Rover to retire, Turner contacted Jack Osbourne, a friend, to ask if he could help. “We don’t have any money for the dog and Jack knew that,” Turner said.
“There was no hesitation. He talked to (Ozzy) and called me back in 10 minutes and it was a done deal… ‘You guys have a new dog,’” Turner said.
The dog is being trained at Vohne Liche Kennels in Denver, Ind. The Osbournes’ check for $10,000 will cover the cost of purchasing the canine, and a private group is raising funds to cover Ozzy’s food, veterinary bills and other costs.
Posted by jwoestendiek September 17th, 2009 under Muttsblog.
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