Therapy K-9 Program

Therapy K-9 Taco

Community Paramedic Rob Errett and his Pembroke Welsh Corgi named Taco took all the steps to be ready when duty calls and the call came on Wednesday (December 11). They are graduates of Paws and Stripes College – created in 2006 by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office – that teaches handlers and their K-9 partners to provide emotional support to those in stressful situations, whether to first responders themselves or those they serve.

“The usage of therapy dogs within emergency services is a growing trend to ensure the mental health of our citizens and our first responders,” said Fire Rescue Chief Michael Tucker. “While Flagler County is not the first to implement this type of program, we will certainly help raise the bar for other emergency services providers to reach.”

Errett and Taco were enrolled in Paws and Stripes College – a free program offered by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. The program is an AKC recognized Therapy Dog Organization that partners with the University of Central Florida Veterans Academic Resource Center and Space Coast Therapy Dogs.

Taco will be Flagler County Fire Rescue's ambassador for public outreach events – as well as to provide crucial comfort and support to those who need it most during traumatic events or circumstances.

If you would like to schedule a visit from K-9 Taco and his handler, you can contact Community Paramedic Rob Errett at: 

(Office Phone) 386-313-4260

(E-mail) rerrett@faglercounty.gov