"Whether you are walking the beat on Duval Street or patrolling a neighborhood in a police car, on a bicycle or even on horseback, never forget to take time to promote positive public relations.

People are always watching you and it does go a long way" said Lt. Alan Newby shown above riding Pete.

Lt. Alan Newby on Pete introducing the horse to Mathew and Daniel Gilleran.

Mounted Auxiliary Officer Tammy Clark shown here given rides to children.

Officer Sean Brandenburg volunteering his time to assist the Mounted Patrol at a children's Christmas event. Santa arrived that day on a wagon drawn by a pony.

Lt. Newby introducing LEO to participants at the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life 2007.

Officer Tara Smith and volunteer giving children rides on MANDY at the 2007 Child Safety Day in Bayview Park.

An avid animal lover, Rebecca Wallace longed to one day meet LEO in person but due to her physical limitations, she was unable to. "No problem", said Lt. Newby, who travelled over 1,200 miles to bring LEO to Rebecca. LEO brings smiles to faces where ever he goes.

An avid animal lover, Rebecca Wallace longed to one day meet LEO in person but due to her physical limitations, she was unable to. "No problem", said Lt. Newby, who travelled over 1,200 miles to bring LEO to Rebecca. LEO seen here sharing a carrot with Rebecca.

Lt. Newby introducing LEO to a citizen while on patrol in the Old Town area, January 2008.

Lt. Newby introducing LEO to a citizen while on patrol in the Old Town area, January 2008.

Article in the Key West Magaine, February / march 2008 Issue.