From his training journey to his role as the Madison Police Department’s first clinical therapy dog, Frost’s story shows what a dedicated team and community can make possible.
Watch the WKOW feature to hear from WAGS Executive Director Aaron Backer and Officer Brian Vandervest about the impact Frost is making with the MPD. Brian will share more about their partnership as the keynote speaker at the WAGS Fall Fundraiser on October 29.
Additional Sources:
- WKOW (YouTube). WAGS Fall Fundraiser celebrates volunteers, dogs and partnerships, Oct. 29
- WKOW (Article). WAGS Fall Fundraiser celebrates volunteers, dogs and partnerships, Oct. 29
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Hear How Frost Is Making a Difference
Frost’s journey from WAGS trainee to the Madison Police Department’s first clinical therapy dog is a powerful example of what a community can make possible. At the WAGS Fall Fundraiser, hear from Officer Brian Vandervest, Frost’s handler and our keynote speaker, about the impact of their partnership.
Kelly Meyer
Kelly Meyer is the Marketing Director at WAGS with more than 15 years of marketing experience. A WAGS volunteer since 2019, she leads the organization’s marketing and communications efforts.
