Ocala, Fla., Fire Department Gets First Fire Dog

Ocala Fire Rescue is excited to announce the arrival of its first accelerant-detection canine, Gracie.
Acquisition of the 2-year-old yellow Labrador came as a result of Captain Roseanne Moreland’s successful quest for State Farm’s Arson Training Program Grant. It is a program established in 1993 to aid fire and law enforcement agencies not only with their investigative efforts, but their community outreach and educational endeavors.

The grant, valued at approximately $25,000 covered the cost of the arson dog, training fees for both handler and canine, room and board during the 5-week long training process in Alfred, Maine, as well as certification.