From Shelter Pup to Police Mascot: Bolo Finds His Forever Home at Hopkinsville PD

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What began as an ordinary day for a shelter dog named Bolo turned into a life-changing moment—not just for him, but for an entire police department.

Bolo, a three-year-old pit bull mix, was selected to participate in “Paw-Trol Wednesdays,” an initiative designed to give shelter dogs visibility by allowing them to spend time at the Hopkinsville Police Department. The program’s goal was simple: show off adoptable pets in a new environment and, hopefully, help them find homes.

When Bolo first walked through the station doors, no one could have predicted the impact he would make. Full of energy and hope, he wagged his tail at every greeting, rolled over for belly rubs, and even managed to charm the most stoic officers.

“He just fit right in,” one officer said. “By lunchtime, people weren’t asking if he’d get adopted—they were asking if we could keep him here.”

That question reached the chief of police, who gave an enthusiastic “yes.” By the end of the day, Bolo was no longer a shelter dog—he was officially part of the Hopkinsville Police Department.

Now serving as the department’s mascot, Bolo greets visitors at the front desk, lifts spirits on difficult days, and has become a symbol of resilience and second chances. Officers say his presence has changed the atmosphere inside the building, reminding everyone of the simple power of companionship.

What was meant to be a temporary visit has transformed into a lifelong bond.

Bolo may have started the day hoping for a family, but he found something bigger: a team, a mission, and a home where he will always be loved.