In September last year, we welcomed six new floofs to the force - each working alongside their police parent as part of the North West Metro Region Peer Support Dog Program. ⁣ ⁣ The program was established to support early mental health intervention, encourage open conversation, and help break down the stigma around mental health. ⁣ ⁣ Over the past several months, our pawsome team have: ⁣ 🐕‍🦺 completed 93 dedicated peer dog shifts ⁣ 🐕‍🦺 conducted 193 workplace visits ⁣ 🐕‍🦺 supported over 2,600 employees ⁣ 🐕‍🦺 provided 304 one-on-one welfare check-ins ⁣ 🐕‍🦺 made 39 referrals to mental health services and supports. ⁣ ⁣ From critical incident debriefs to station visits after traumatic events like road fatalities and homicides, our peer support officers - and their furry friends - are making a real difference. ⁣ ⁣ Not only do they bring a moment of relief to our frontline members, they help create a safe, supportive space to open up after a tough day on the job. One of our Sergea...