In celebration of National EMS Week, the Knoxville Fire Department held an EMS open house. During the event, the Kennel Club presented the department with Glory, a German Shepherd who will be used as a therapy dog. Battalion Chief of EMS Justin Smith spoke with KNIA/KRLS News about Glory.

“Our goal is to start taking care of Fire, EMS, and Police personnel and looking out for their mental health and well-being. A lot of times we are asked to respond to tough situations and sometimes it’s forgotten about how we are doing. The goal for Glory is to help pay attention to the therapy for individuals. It is a long road ahead to get Glory trained properly but we are excited to have her here”

The Mercy Two Helicopter landed in front of the Fire station and there was stop the bleed and CPR teaching at the event.