Crime & Safety
Police Dog Receives Ballistic Vest for Better Protection
Dr. Jason McClellan from Hampton Veterinary Hospital donated a ballistic vest to K9 Steel during the Portsmouth Police Commission Meeting

One of Portsmouth’s K9 police now has some extra protection, thanks to a donation from a local veterinarian.
On Sept. 17, during the Portsmouth Police Commission Meeting, K9 Steel received a bullet proof vest thanks to Dr. Jason McClellan, veterinarian/owner of Hampton Veterinary Hospital.
The bulletproof vests are custom made to ensure proper fit for each dog. Local law enforcement agencies rely on donations from the public to purchase dogs and equipment.
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Hampton Veterinary Hospital is very proud to be able to protect our loyal and hard-working police dogs!