NJIT’s Jersey Girl

Visits from therapy dogs have become popular at many colleges, but at NJIT one special police canine has taken up full-time work.

Name: 

Jersey AKA “Jersey Girl”

Breed: 

Goldendoodle (hypoallergenic) 

Age: 

1 year 4 months

Job: 

Police K-9 Therapy/Wellness Dog

Favorite person: 

Police Officer Kevin Berge, NJIT K-9 Handler  

Training: 

Florida Sheriff’s Department, three-month Police K-9 wellness program

Favorite Snack: 

Chicken Jerky 

Favorite Spots on Campus: 

The Campus Center, in the heart of the action (because she gets a lot of hugs). Second is in the Detective Bureau (because they sneak her treats).