BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Editor's note: The video above first aired on Jan. 1, 2021.
A little pup has the pedigree, and will soon have the training he needs to be a top-notch crimefighter.
All he needs now is a name, and YOU can help.
The Mall of America is asking patrons to submit name suggestions for the 8-week-old Dutch Shepherd/Belgian Malinois puppy, who arrived in Minnesota from Kentucky just last week. The little fella is embarking on a year's worth of intensive training before he hits the ground as a member of the mall's K9 team.
Those who want to take part are asked to submit a "family-friendly," single name that is no more than two syllables. Ideas can be submitted by filling out a form that can be found on the MOA Facebook and Instagram accounts, or you can also find the form on the mall's website. Potential names will need to be submitted by day's end on Wednesday, April 5.
Once all suggestions have been gathered, the top five names will be posted on Mall of America social channels for fans to vote on. The winner will get official bragging rights for naming an MOA K9.
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