DENVER - Denver Public Schools has launched a pilot program, using weapon detecting dogs as a safety tool for large district events.

Vivian, the black labrador, was one of several K-9s working the homecoming game at All-City Stadium Friday night. At 8-years old she's already worked a few Super Bowls, major league baseball games, concerts and is now helping DPS.

"Vivian is imprinted on 29 different explosive odors and firearms, gunshot residue, ammunition that type of stuff. She's pretty good at identifying those things just with the nose," said her handler Bob Lovelace with K2 K9 Solutions.

The dogs are being used as a pilot program.

"We're always looking at ways to ensure our schools, our events are safe and welcoming," said Greg Cazzell, Chief of Climate and Safety for DPS.

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