Pawfficer Therapy Dog Program
Illinois State University Police launched its first therapy dog in 2019. This highly trained, four-legged "Pawfficer" builds bridges between officers and the community, sharing unconditional love at safety, educational, and community events.
Through the first five years of the therapy dog program the Community Engagement Unit and Pawfficer attended over 1,000 events and positively impacted more than 71,000 lives. Illinois State University Police is now preparing to continue the legacy of its first therapy dog, Pawfficer Sage, with the arrival of a new pawfficer to serve and support students and community.
Preparing for the Next Pawfficer
Find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the next Pawfficer in the therapy dog program.