Roy
Therapy Dog · Placed
Roy is a loyal companion serving with Chief Wes Norman at Garden Valley Fire Department. His name honors Captain Roy Buchmiller — a beloved member of the fire community who championed the "Every 15 Minutes" program to save lives through drunk driving awareness.
Chief Wes Norman
Chief Wes Norman
Fire Chief
Chief Wes Norman leads Garden Valley Fire Department with a commitment to both operational excellence and the wellbeing of his team. He sponsored Roy himself, reflecting his deep personal investment in the program.
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"Roy is very smart and he has been easy to train."
Fire Chief Wes Norman
Garden Valley Fire Protection District · Handler, Roy
Real photos of Roy — Garden Valley Fire Department.
Roy: Stories & Spotlights
Videos, news features, stories, endorsements, and letters documenting Roy's journey and impact.
Hearts 4 Heroes USA: Pawed Healers Bring Relief for First Responders
Mountain Democrat · Sep 29, 2023
A feature story on Roy and Garden Valley Fire Chief Wes Norman — covering Roy's arrival at Garden Valley Fire, his training journey, and the community support surrounding him.
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