CCSDPD welcomes a new four-legged friend to their team

The Clark County School District Police Department (CCSDPD) has welcomed a new furry friend to their team. 

CCSDPD Social Worker Monique Abarca and Eddie are embarking on a new journey to make students and staff feel more at ease during stressful situations. 

Although Eddie is not the first canine to work alongside District officers, he is the first psychiatric support animal to be available to all regions of CCSD. He is a trained PTSD service animal who provides physical cues when he senses stress levels are high and can comfort the person in need. Alongside Abarca, he will be there when social services are needed to help de-escalate situations and help kids be more open. 

Eddie is a 6-year-old lab that was donated by K9 for Warriors which is an organization that provides military Veterans who are suffering from PTSD with a service animal. 

Eddie will make appearances at community-related events so make sure to stop by for some pets!