WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) - A well-known animal advocate in Trumbull County now has a new title.

Healthy Hearts and Paws Project founder Jason Cooke was sworn in as a humane agent for the organization. He took his oath of office in Trumbull County Probate Court on Wednesday morning.

Cooke recently received his certificate of completion following both online and in-person training approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.

He said this new role will help tackle the county's animal crisis.

"There are so many dogs and cats and animals in general that are in need. I work so well with the police departments already, and I felt that this was the next natural progression for myself and our organization," Cooke said.

The Healthy Hearts and Paws Project is now considered a humane societ

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