German shepherd newest member of Muscle Shoals Police Department

The Muscle Shoals Police Department has welcomed a new member to the team.

Unlike most of his co-workers, this one has four legs, prefers kibble to a meat-and-three and has an arsenal that includes his keen sense of smell.

Zeus, a German shepherd, joined the department less than a month ago, said his handler, K-9 Officer Jeremy Behel. He said he and Zeus will begin their rigorous training program in Huntsville soon.

“He’ll go through the process of obedience and doing all of the agility exercises to pass the certification board,” Behel said. “It’s an eight-hour day, and I’m with him the whole time. We’re learning how to be partners.”

The Muscle Shoals Police Department has been home to a K-9 unit for more than 15 years. Zeus is the fourth dog to help fight crime.

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