Connecticut State Police K9 Texas and his handler, Trooper First Class Edward Anuszewski, appear in the 2019 Vested Interest in K9s nationwide fundraising calendar.  The pair are featured in the month of January.

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Each year, twelve various breeds of K9s who have been provided vests by the nonprofit organization are highlighted in the publication along with a memorial page paying tribute to the four-legged heroes who have passed.  Texas received his bullet and stab protective vest in 2017.  

The four-year-old Bloodhound completed his training in September 2016 and is certified in man-trailing and tracking. K9 Texas is the first Connecticut State Police Bloodhound to be assigned to patrol duty and has had 18 finds since he began his assignment. 

State Police say Texas enjoys patrolling, playing with his Kong and making new friends. 

All proceeds from the 2019 calendars will be used to provide equipment and services for law enforcement K9s nationwide.  Calendars are available online for $15 plus shipping via the Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. website.