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Boston Police Comfort Dog: Copper Continues Training and Prepares for Summer Events

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Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, just wrapped up another successful training session as she gets ready for a busy summer of community events. She’s sharpening her skills and is nearly ready to take the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Urban test—a big step in her journey to becoming a fully certified comfort dog! Stay tuned… you […]

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Boston Police Comfort Dog: Copper Takes Advanced Canine Good Citizen Test

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It was a big day for our beloved Comfort Dog, Copper! She took the Advanced Canine Good Citizen (CGCA) Test, which simulates real-world situations to ensure dogs are calm, focused, and well-trained in a public setting. This is a crucial step in Copper’s training! Although the test was difficult… Copper passed with flying colors! We

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BPD in the Community: Copper the Comfort Dog Visits Haynes Early Education Center

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Copper, BPD’s beloved comfort dog, visited the Haynes Early Education Center in Roxbury, where she was welcomed with open arms! The youth in attendance were all smiles as they greeted Copper with hugs, scratches, and plenty of love. Her calm and gentle nature has a way of bringing joy to everyone she meets, and this

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Boston Police Comfort Dog: Copper Takes Next Step in Comfort Training

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Copper’s Training Continues! Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, had another successful training session at BPD Headquarters! This time, she worked on perfecting her impulse control with commands like “leave it” and even got some “real world” experience as she walked around Ruggles Train Station, practicing her “heel” command in a busy environment. Copper is close

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BPD in the Community: District C-6 Visits Saint John Paul II School with Copper the Comfort Dog

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Officers from the District C-6 Community Service Office had a great time visiting students at the Saint John Paul II School – Columbia Campus, bringing along a special guest—Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog! Officers stopped by classrooms to engage with students, answer questions about policing, and took the time to talk about the role of

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Boston Police Comfort Dog: Copper Welcomes Various Other Police Comfort Dog’s For Group Training at Faneuil Hall

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Comfort Dogs Take on Boston! Boston had some very special visitors as comfort dogs from multiple police departments joined our own Copper the BPD Comfort Dog for a field trip in the city! As part of a mutual training exercise, the pups navigated larger crowds than usual, making a stop at Quincy Market—a must-see for

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BPD in the Community: Copper Joins the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester’s Inclusion Program for Bowling

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Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, spent some time with the Inclusion Program from the Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester at South Boston Candlepin Bowling! Officers from the Bureau of Community Engagement were also on hand to cheer on the bowlers and offer some pointers.  Smiles, laughter, and teamwork made for an unforgettable afternoon, strengthening

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BPD in the Community: Copper the Comfort Dog Brings Comfort to Salesian Boys and Girls Club After School Program

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Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, visited children at the Salesian Boys & Girls Club after-school program in East Boston! Copper was a hit with the kids. The kids themselves offered plenty of comfort, hugs and love.  As part of her ongoing role as our comfort pup, Copper helps create positive connections, offering comfort and companionship

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Boston Police Comfort Dog: Copper Brings Comfort to Northeastern University Students

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Copper, our beloved Comfort Dog, had an un-fur-gettable time at Northeastern University! She spent the day bringing smiles, comfort, and a little extra puppy love to students and staff. Copper made plenty of new friends—both two and four-legged! As part of her ongoing mission, Copper continues to be out and about in the Boston community.

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BPD in the Community: Copper Visits Kindergarten Classes in Dorchester

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BPD Comfort Dog Copper Spreads Joy at Pope John Paul II School! BPD’s beloved Comfort Dog, Copper, had the pleasure of visiting the kindergarten classes at the Pope John Paul II School in Dorchester. The students were thrilled to welcome our four-legged friend, proudly showing off their wacky hats and socks! While the snacks were

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