The Dog Who Found His Perfect Job After Failing Police School

Meet Roger: The Dog With a Nose for Fun

Roger is not your ordinary working dog. He began his career as a police dog trainee in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, when he was just 6 months old. His mission was to become a drug-sniffing dog. However, Roger had a small problem. He was simply too friendly! Instead of sniffing out clues, he loved to stop and play whenever someone gave him attention.

Fired from Police School, but Not Finished

Roger was officially removed from the police program because of his playful nature. But his story didn’t end there. The local Fire Department saw potential in Roger. They noticed his energy, love for people, and enthusiasm to complete tasks. So, they offered him another chance to train—this time as a search and rescue dog.

A Star is Born in Search and Rescue

Roger's friendly personality turned out to be perfect for his new job. He proved to be a natural at search and rescue training. His big moment came in a 2018 fire rescue mission, where he excelled and caught everyone's heart when he tried to nibble on a reporter's microphone during a press event.

An Earthquake Hero

Earlier this year, Roger became a hero again. He helped locate people trapped under rubble after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake on Taiwan's East Coast. His reward? An ice cream toy from the mayor, which he hilariously destroyed on television.

A Retirement Fit for a Champion

Roger is now almost 9 years old and set to retire. Later this year, he will be adopted by a local family. He’ll enjoy lounging and destroying as many toys as he likes. Roger's journey teaches us that it's okay to take a different path when things don't work out as planned, because sometimes it leads you to exactly where you're meant to be.