Safetypup still helps keep kids safe
On February 12, Safetypup is 34 years old.
Created by the National Child Safety Council, this lovable puppy mascot in a red, white and blue costume was introduced to the world in 1985. Its purpose was to become a special friend to help guide children through such safety issues as riding bikes, dealing with strangers, and the prevention of child abduction and drug abuse, among others.
Today Safetypup has far exceeded expectations after becoming a trusted dog character to millions of children throughout the U.S.
A cartoon Safetypup is also used on milk cartons for messages and photos to seize attention in such circumstances as missing-children alerts.
Police officers say Safetypup helps teach kids police are their friends. The pup teaches about wearing a bike helmet, saying NO to drugs and alcohol, and being aware of strangers.
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader’s money, real estate, and business coverage.