Died – 1/17/20 Handler – Officer Justin Shively K9 Lex went into service on January 4, 2010 while working with his partner Officer Justin Shively. The pair worked together in a wide variety of assignments until K9 Lex retired on April 16, 2018. K9 Lex routinely put his life on the line to ensure the safety of both officers and …
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K9 Gabo – Jonesboro, Arkansas
Died – 1/16/20 Handler – Officer Erik Johnson Jonesboro K9 Gabo dies It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of JPD K9 Gabo this evening. Gabo served the Jonesboro Police Department for 7 years, since 2012, and was assigned to his handler Inv Erik Johnson the entire time. Gabo was born on 7/1/2011 in Hungary and was …
Read More »K9 Rocko – Blytheville, Arkansas
Died 1/16/20 Handler – Sgt. Sigman Blytheville K9 Rocko dies The Blytheville Police Department said good-bye to one of our own yesterday Retired K-9 Officer Rocko passed away yesterday due to health issues brought on by age. He was tended to by his former handler Sgt. Sigman. K-9 Rocko served the citizens of Blytheville for several years before retiring to …
Read More »K9 Toby – MWD
Military Working Dog Toby was a Hunter for more than 5 years, and although he could be a lazy dog at times, he defended this installation and loved his job! MWD Toby, you touched many hearts, stood watch many hours, and we’d like to thank you for your many years of service. Rest easy MWD Toby. You have earned your …
Read More »K9 Guenther – Anaheim, California
Died 1/15/20 Handler – Officer Klevos War Dog Memorial Colorado extends our heartfelt condolences to the Anaheim Police Department Department’s K9 Unit and Officer B. Klevos in the passing of K9 Guenther. K9 Guenther passed away in the arms of Officer Klevos at VCA Yorba Regional Animal Hospital in the presence of his family and caring staff members. Officers and …
Read More »K9 Karlo – Amarillo, Texas
Retired Amarillo Police Department explosive detection K9 “Karlo” passes away Amarillo Police have announced that retired Amarillo Police Department explosive detection K9 “Karlo” has passed away. Karlo was the Department’s first explosive detection K9, having been trained and certified by the ATF. K9 Karlo began his career in 2009 after being paired with his handler/partner, and completing a 12 week …
Read More »K9 Asta – Fayetteville, North Carolina
Died – 1/11/20 Handler – Officer Scott Andreatta Fayetteville police mourn death of retired K-9 who served for 10 years The Fayetteville Police Department is mourning the death of Asta, a retired K-9 who died Saturday of cancer. Asta was reportedly born in 2007, was sworn in to the police force in 2008 and retired in 2018. Asta served alongside …
Read More »K9 Diesel – Prince William, Virginia
Died – 1/10/20 Handler – Officer Jennings Prince William police mourn loss of K9 ‘Diesel’ It is with sorrow we announce the passing of Retired K-9 DIESEL. K-9 Diesel was a loyal partner & faithful companion to Ret. MPO Jennings. They served together from May 2009 until August 2015 and as a team, retired together. K-9 Diesel closed his eyes …
Read More »K9 Bullet – Barnegat, New Jersey
Died 1/10/20 Handler – Officer Rob Armstrong Community Mourns Passing Of K9 Bullet Barnegat Police recently honored the passing of one of their own, K9 Bullet, with an End of Watch ceremony. The department, along with Whiting Veterinary Clinic staff, said goodbye to K9 Bullet at the clinic on Jan. 10, 2020. “It was a solemn day with multiple police …
Read More »K9 Hondo – Grandview, Missouri
Died – 1/9/20 From his handler: The last several months Hondo’s health has had many challenges. A few days ago due to those health issues he had started to refuse food. After a meeting with Hondo’s long time vet and others I had to make the extremely difficult decision to let him go. He was no longer the strong, athletic …
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