Taz the Newest LKPD K-9

Published on October 18, 2025

I’m Taz, the newest, “best-est”, most energetic, and most modest LKPD K-9. 😊

I’m four years old and have been protecting the people of Lawrence for two full years now. Even though I’m the youngest, I’m smart enough to know I have the best job in the world. I get to hang out with my best friend, Officer Twite, all day and play games.

Most of the time they call it training. OK. Call it what you want, but I think that’s a fancy word for Hide-and-Seek. We do it all the time—in the car, at the station, even out in the big parks around Lawrence. I also really love to jump. One time, Officer Twite and I were near a creek, and he was blocking my view. He’s 6 feet 2 inches tall and I couldn’t see or smell the water, so I just jumped right over him from behind. Everyone got pretty excited. I just know I ended up closer to the creek, and that’s where my nose was taking me. My nose is my superpower.

Officer Twite is the best partner a dog could ask for. He's always encouraging me, giving me praise, and making sure I'm having fun. When I find something, he gets so excited, and then—the best part—I get my reward! Sometimes it’s my favorite chew toy; other times, it’s a big, hearty "good boy!”.

Even if it feels like play, I know I'm doing a big job. It feels good to help keep the people of Lawrence safe and secure. It also feels good to go home at night with Officer Twite and see my family, especially the small human who asks about my day and brings me dinner.

It’s an exciting life, full of action, adventure, and as an energetic pup, getting to run and jump all day is a dream come true.

Keep an eye out for Officer Twite and me around town! Give us a friendly wave (but please, don’t try to pet me -- I'm on duty!).

Woof, and stay safe!

Taz