MN Fraternal Order of Police Therapy K-9’s Rip & Summit

01/13/2026

01/13/2026

Rip got to bring the smiles and make new friends tonight at the Cole Rau benefit. University of Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police, Soldiers 6

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Rip and Summit!

11/25/2025

Summit and Rip lifted some spirits Long Lake Fire Department tonight. Soldiers 6, Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police

11/10/2025

RIP Robert.

11/10/2025

Rip visited with Robert and others at HCMC just a couple months ago. It was our honor to be part of this today. RIP Robert. Soldiers 6 Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police

Today, Trainer Mike was joined by Teams Rip, Goldy, Luca, Nelson, Echo, and Dolly as we honored the life of Robert Schoffstall. We were invited by his wife, Sarah, to attend his service, a request we were humbled to fulfill.

Robert was a cornerstone at HCMC’s security department. He was known for his kindness, steady presence, and the way his face lit up whenever there was a dog nearby. He never missed a chance to connect with our K9 teams, always showing his support and genuine care for what Soldiers 6 stands for.

Today, it was our turn to show up for him, to stand with his family, friends, and coworkers, and to pay our respects to a man who gave so much of himself to others.

To Sarah, his loved ones, and the entire HCMC family, may you find comfort in the memories and the love he leaves behind.

Rest in peace, Robert. Your warmth, loyalty, and kindness will not be forgotten. 🕊️🐾💙

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10/12/2025

Summit and Rip are freshly groomed and will be ready to visit with members and friends at the Clays Shoot tomorrow. Hope to see you there! Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police The Spot by NutriSource

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09/23/2025

UPDATE! In just 5 short months, MN FOP Therapy Dogs Rip and Summit have been hard at work spreading comfort and calm to those who serve our communities. Here's what they've accomplished:

🦴 20 site visits across Minnesota, offering support to first responder agencies
🐶 Over 1000 individual interactions with first responders and their families—creating moments of peace and healing
⏱️ 59 hours spent on scene during these important visits
🚗 1,324 miles traveled to reach departments across the state

Their mission is just getting started—but it takes support to keep them moving.

To help with travel, grooming, and veterinary care, the MN Fraternal Order of Police Foundation has launched a GoFundMe. Every donation, big or small, helps Rip and Summit continue their critical work. All of this wouldn't be possible without the support and training from Soldiers 6!

💙 Help us support those who support others:
👉 https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-minnesota-fop-foundation
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08/31/2025

Rip got to visit staff at Hennepin Healthcare, and Hennepin EMS working the front lines this morning. Many of these amazing people were the initial care providers for the victims of the horrible attack at Annunciation Catholic School.

08/30/2025

Summit and Rip gave some much needed K9 therapy to the amazing staff at Minneapolis Police Department -Crime Lab.

08/28/2025

If you need a visit after the horrific events of today, please shoot Rip and Summit a message.

08/19/2025

Rip and Summit got to visit with Lodge 16 members tonight and Waseca County Dispatch! Thank you for the warm welcome!
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