Plating Specialties

06/11/2026

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🐕‍🦺🛡️ Twice the K9s. Twice the Protection. 🛡️🐕‍🦺

Today, we're celebrating a double win for the La Joya ISD Police Department!

K9s Tarra and Tram have both received bullet- and stab-resistant vests, helping ensure these dedicated K9s have added protection while serving their schools and community.

💙 Tarra's vest carries the message: "Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always"💙 Tram's vest was generously sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties and embroidered with: "Gifted by Plating Specialties - Madison Heights, MI"

Every time we see K9s receive the protection they deserve, we're reminded why our mission matters. Two more K9s protected. Two more reasons to celebrate. 🐾💙

06/09/2026

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🐕‍🦺🛡️ K9 Amira Is Now Protected! 🛡️🐕‍🦺

We’re excited to share that K9 Amira of the University of Montana Police Department has received a bullet- and stab-resistant vest, providing an added layer of protection while she serves her campus and community.

This lifesaving vest was generously sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties in Madison Heights, MI and proudly embroidered with:💙 “Gifted by Plating Specialties – Madison Heights, MI.”

Every vest delivered is another step toward our mission of ensuring K9s across America have the protection they deserve. Seeing Amira geared up and safer on duty is exactly why we do what we do. 🐾💙

03/22/2026

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Three Rivers K-9 Officer Getting Body Armor
3/16/2026
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(THREE RIVERS) – A member of the Three Rivers Police Department is getting some special equipment.

Department officials say K-9 Officer Goose will be receiving a bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest In K9’s, Inc. Goose’s vest was sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties of Madison Heights.

Delivery is expected in ten weeks.

Vested Interest In K9’s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501 (C) (3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted and National Institute of Justice certified.

Since its inception, Vested Interest In K9’s Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9’s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9’s with expired vests are also eligible to participate.

Three Rivers K9 Officers Goose (photo courtesy of Three Rivers Police Department)

03/14/2026

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Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - According to the University of Montana Police Department, their K9 Amira will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

“Thank you to this great organization for stepping up for our campus to ensure that Amira has the latest and most up-to-date safety equipment,” said UM Police Chief Brad Giffin. “Our police K9s are critical partners in maintaining the safety of our campus, and this donation will ensure Amira and future police dog officers can be as safe as possible while protecting our campus.”

Amira’s vest was sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties, in Madison Heights, Michigan.

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Amira, the University of Montana Police Department’s K9, will receive a bullet and stab protective vest.

03/10/2026

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Hermantown Police Department’s K9 Bruno to get donation of body armor.

Hermantown Police Department, MN - K9 Bruno will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Bruno’s vest was sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties, Madison Heights, MI and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Gifted by Plating Specialties- Madison Heights, MI”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Hermantown Police Department’s K9 Bruno to get donation of body armor

Hermantown Police Department, MN - K9 Bruno will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Bruno’s vest was sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties, Madison Heights, MI and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Gifted by Plating Specialties- Madison Heights, MI”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

03/10/2026

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A law enforcement K9 with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office will receive body armor after a donation.

Christian County Sheriff’s deputies say K9 Loki will receive a bullet and stab protective vest donated by a non-profit organization called Vested Interest In K9’s, Inc.

The vest was sponsored by Bill Karpuk of Plating Specialties in Madison Heights, Michigan, and will be delivered within 10 weeks.

The vest will be embroidered with the sponsoring company’s name. Deputies say Vested Interest In K9’s, Inc was established in 2009 and has provided over 6,308 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9’s in all 50 states with help from private and corporate donations.

Each vest is valued at $1,800, weighs an average of 4 to 5 pounds, and comes with a 5-year warranty.

A law enforcement K9 with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office will receive body armor after a donation. Christian County Sheriff’s deputies say K9 Loki will receive a bullet and stab protective vest donated by a non-profit organization

03/04/2026

Center Line Department of Public Safety

K9 Jax has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Jax’s vest was sponsored by Gwen and Gary Walter of Dexter, MI and embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always”.