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Pawsitively awesome: Meet the K-9 officers who help fight crime in Central Florida

K-9 Abel - via Orange County Sheriff's Office Facebook page

It’s a "ruff" job, but somebody’s got to do it.
Law enforcement agencies around the world have used K-9s to take a bite out of crime for many years. However, some pups are therapy dogs that help ease tense situations.
The K-9s train hard and form close bonds with their human counterparts.
Check out some brave K-9s that serve and protect Central Florida neighborhoods:

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