Who Let The Dog In? Pasco Sheriff, K-9 Dobies Honored By House

PASCO COUNTY, FL — While it might not be unusual to see sheriff's deputies wandering the corridors of the State Capitol, it's not every day that a sheriff's K-9 gets the full attention of the Florida House of Representatives.

On March 10, just before the 2022 legislative session ended, Pasco County Sheriff's Cpl. Christina Demas and her partner, K-9 Dobies, a black Labrador retriever, were honored as Florida's Law Enforcement Officer of the Day.

Invited by Speaker Chris Sprowls, R-Palm Harbor, Demas received recognition on the floor of the Florida House for her outstanding service to her community.

Demas began her law enforcement career with Pasco sheriff in 1999 and has served in numerous positions, including patrol, vice and narcotics, bailiff and warrants.

Demas is currently part of the K-9 and Community Engagement units, where she continues to make a positive impact on the community of Pasco County, promoting public safety and helping to those in need.

She celebrated this achievement with her husband, Pasco sheriff's Cpl. Eric Jones, along with Dobies, who was a perfect gentleman despite the urge to mark his territory in the House chambers.