Tracey McMenamy is more than a dog lover. She is a foster parent for the rescue organization Operation Paws for Homes and the wife of a police officer who has been on the force for 12 years.

McMenamy says that dogs give her comfort. Her husband’s profession is a source of pride but also fear. This year already, 16 cops have been killed while on the job. That’s a worrying number.

Wanting to pay tribute to those fallen officers, when her rescue dog gave birth to a large litter, McMenamy named the puppies after the heroic men and women.

What a thoughtful way to show respect. I’m sure it’s a real comfort for those families who lost their loved ones and a wonderful way to find homes for all these adorable puppies.