There's a new top dog in Waite Park these days and his name is Parker. The two year old German Shepherd is the newest addition to the Waite Park police department after the retirement of Kato in January.
Benton County's police dog is retiring and plans are in the works to replace him. Sheriff Troy Heck says Ben suffered an ACL injury recently and it has prevented the dog from being able to continue working.
Today (Monday) will be the last day on the force for Waite Park's four legged officer. During the city council meeting, the council will approve the retirement of Kato the police dog, and hiring of a new police dog.