When you listen to the stories of police, firefighters, first responders and the military, a common thread runs throughout—they do not see themselves as heroes. Despite saving lives and risking their own, they simply feel that they have a job to do. This is certainly how Dooly, a Belgian Malinios in the Savannah Police Department’s K-9 unit, must feel. Partnered with Cpl. Benjamin Ferrero, Dooly is a fun-loving pal when he is off duty. But as a police tool, he has an exceptional focus and a fearless tenacity. His skills have taken him to the national stage to compete with other top police dogs. See what Dooly can do in this issue.
Expecting parents may feel like they need to be heroes for their soon-to-be newborn. Unfortunately, the stress of a major life event, mixed with the effects of hormone production on a woman’s emotions, may make mom—and dad—feel overwhelmed, unprepared and sometimes just plain unhappy. In this issue, learn how these feelings are actually quite normal.
