Yearly Archives: 2025

K9 Frodo – King, Washington

Died – 2/7/25 Handler – Deputy Roland Gervacio King County Sheriff’s Office mourns beloved retired K9 Frodo The King County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its retired K9s. K9 Frodo passed away passed away peacefully surrounded by his faithful handler and loving family.“Frodo joined the department in 2013 from Von Liche Kennels in California and trained …

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K9 Kane – Merced, California

Handler – Sergeant Hawkins Merced County Sheriff’s Office is sad to announce the passing of retired K-9 Kane The Merced County Sheriff’s Office is sad to announce the passing of retired K-9 Kane. K-9 Kane began his career with our Office in 2015 and retired in 2021. During his time at MCSO, his primary duties were apprehension and tracking. He …

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K9 Blak – Armstrong, Pennsylvania

Died 2/5/25 Handler – Deputy Mark Brice The Armstrong County Sheriff’s Office announces the death of their beloved K-9 Blak.Blak served the sheriff’s department since 2016. He was trained to be certified in narcotics, detection and police utility, which included tracking, area and article searches, building searches and apprehension.Blak also visited local schools and attended numerous community events, where he …

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K9 Preacher – Maine State Police

Died – 2/4/25 Handler – Trooper Sgt. Jonathan Russell Deputy and Police K9 were both shot in a standoff, suspect killed Officials in Maine are mourning the loss of a K-9 officer who was killed in the line of duty Monday night.The Maine State Police said K-9 officer Preacher, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois, was killed in the line of duty …

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K9 Raptor – Codiac, Canada

Died 2/4/25 Handler – Constable Phil Presseau. RCMP dog passes away suddenly Sad news out of the Codiac RCMP.It has lost one of its dedicated officers.Police Dog Raptor, who was born in 2022, passed away suddenly at home on February 4.He was two years old and was teamed with Constable Phil Presseau.Raptor began serving the Codiac and Southeast Districts in …

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K9 Gero – Evansville, Indiana

Died – 2/4/25 Retired EPD K-9 ‘Gero’ passes away A retired Evansville Police Department K-9 was laid to rest yesterday. Officials with the Southern Indiana Police Canine Association Inc. posted the news and a video of memories with K-9 Gero. Gero was born in 2010 in the Netherlands, and joined EPD with his handler Doug in 2012.The team worked for …

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K9 Taylor – Gwent, Wales

Died 2/4/25 Handler – PC Marc Porter Tributes paid to Retired Police Dog Taylor who passed away on 4th February after several years of dedicated service Tributes have been paid to Retired Police Dog Taylor who passed away on 4th February after several years of dedicated service.A spokesperson for Gwent Police said:“It is with great sadness that we announce that …

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K9 Nero – Brielle, NJ

Died 2/3/25 Handler – Officer Brett Barilari The Brielle Police Department announced the sudden death of Police K-9 Nero, who served the department and community for six years.According to Chief Gary J. Olsen, K-9 Nero served with distinction alongside his handler, Sgt. Brett Barilari, since joining the department in January 2019.Chief Olsen told The Coast Star, “Today is a truly …

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K9 Jimmie – Odessa, Texas

Handler – Corporal Gabby Aguayo OPD says goodbye to K9 Jimmie The Odessa Police Department is saying goodbye to a loyal partner and protector, K9 Jimmie.A news release said he was more than just a K9 — he was a constant companion, guardian, and Corporal Gabby Aguayo’s best friend. K9 Jimmie had a heart full of courage and an unwavering …

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K9 Yuki – Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Handler – Officer Droddy Cape Girardeau Police Department’s K9 Yuki passes away K9 Yuki with the Cape Girardeau Police Department has passed away.The Cape Girardeau Police Department said Yuki was taken to the LaCroix Animal Hospital on January 29, for surgery after a complete urethral blockage due to bladder stones. While trying to recover, Yuki had some complications and was …

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