Zaventem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Zaventem Police welcome Volt, a new patrol dog trained for active duty. Volt will assist in neighborhood patrols, public events, and emergency response.
Rex, the former patrol dog, died suddenly last year. After months of rigorous training, Volt and Inspector Devroede are now able to call themselves a qualified dog team. This was done in order to find a new dog.
“He’s not just a dog, but a colleague and a buddy.”
“The relationship between a service dog and a handler is unique. During training, we don’t just learn techniques and procedures, but above all, we get to know and trust each other,”
says Inspector Devroede.
“Volt isn’t just a dog. He’s my colleague, my buddy, and also my responsibility. We’ve worked incredibly hard together to achieve this result. Volt is alert, energetic, and eager to learn; I’m proud to be working with him.”
The two participated in a demanding training regimen that prioritized discipline, collaboration, and physical preparedness.
Obedience, tracking tactics, self-control in challenging circumstances, and interventions in actual and simulated confrontations are some of the components that make up the program.
“Obtaining their certification is therefore a recognition of their perseverance, discipline, and close bond,”
says Chief of Police Eveline Van Outryve.
Volt will primarily be deployed alongside Inspector Devroede to patrol neighborhoods, parks, and during events.
“The dog’s presence should have a preventative and deterrent effect,”
the statement says.
“In addition, he will also support the response teams during arrests or high-risk situations, and they can also be deployed for targeted missions, such as tracking down individuals or checking suspicious locations.”
The mayor of Zaventem, Belgium, is also pleased with the newest addition to the police zone.
“Volt’s presence will not only increase safety on the ground, but also the general sense of security among citizens. This contributes to a visible and accountable policing system,” says Mayor Dirk Philips (Open VLD).
How will Volt’s presence impact neighborhood safety and community relations in Zaventem?
Volt, as a trained police dog, acts as a visible deterrent against criminal activity, including burglary, theft, and public disturbances. Patrol dogs are known to enhance the perceived risk for potential offenders, making neighborhoods safer.
Working alongside Inspector Jasper Devroede, Volt brings specialized skills in obedience, scent detection, and rapid response, allowing for more effective searches and quicker intervention during incidents.
Volt’s deployment at public gatherings and events helps maintain order, supports crowd control, and ensures swift action in emergencies, which collectively boosts overall security at high-traffic locations.
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14 responses to “Volt Joins Zaventem Police as New Patrol Dog on Duty”
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So, they’ve replaced Rex with Volt? Just what we need—an overqualified pooch on patrol. Next thing you know, he’ll be asking for a salary and benefits! 🐾💼
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Seems like we’ve really gone to the dogs now, haven’t we? A pooch on the payroll—what’s next, a cat as the new mayor? 🐾😏
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Looks like we’ve finally gone to the dogs! 🐾 Who knew a pooch could bring more security than a dozen politicians at a press conference? 😂
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Looks like Zaventem has upgraded their security with a four-legged colleague—because who needs a high-tech drone when you can just have a pooch named Volt keeping the peace? 🐶💼 Just hope he doesn’t start asking for a raise! 😂
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So, we’ve finally trained a dog to do the job of a human—what’s next, a cat as the new mayor? 😏 At least now we can say the police force is really going to the dogs! 🐕🦺
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Seems like the Zaventem police finally found a furry friend to fill Rex’s big shoes—who knew all it took was some rigorous training and a bit of tail wagging? 🐕🦺 Next, maybe they’ll hire a cat for social media strategy! 😂
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Looks like Zaventem’s got a new ‘paw-sitive’ addition to the force! Let’s hope Volt doesn’t start demanding a salary in treats – I hear those biscuits don’t come cheap! 🐾😂
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So, Zaventem’s got a new “paw-trol” officer, eh? Can’t wait to see how many crooks are foiled by a dog that probably barks more orders than I do at my last board meeting! 😂🐾
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So, we’ve got a new four-legged colleague in Zaventem now, eh? I suppose we can finally ditch the ‘barking mad’ jokes at office parties. 🐕🦺💼
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Looks like the Zaventem police have traded in their old patrol dog for a furry companion who’s got a better bark than bite! Hope Volt doesn’t start asking for a raise after all this hard work! 🐾💼
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So, we’ve replaced Rex with a new four-legged colleague who’s apparently a mix of canine and cop – that’s just what the police force needed, eh? 🐶🚔 Let’s hope Volt’s bark is worse than his bite when it comes to crime deterrence! 😂
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Looks like Zaventem’s got a new four-legged hero—Volt’s here to save the day while sniffing out crime! 🐕🦺 Let’s just hope he’s got better instincts than the last guy and doesn’t bark up the wrong tree! 😏
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Looks like Zaventem’s police force finally realized they needed a “paw-sitive” influence on crime rates; who knew a four-legged friend could be more reliable than some of those desk-bound colleagues? 🐾💼
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Brilliant, just what we needed—a dog in uniform! If only he could bark out policy changes while chasing down the baddies! 🐾💼
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