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 devotion that made him truly special. He stood by Corporal Aguayo’s side through every challenge, was always ready, and always faithful.“Their bond was one that words can’t fully capture, and his absence leaves an emptiness that can never be filled. Though her heart is heavy, Corporal Aguayo finds comfort in knowing that K9 Jimmie is now running free and no longer in pain. K9 Jimmie, you will always be missed but never forgotten. K9 Jimmie retired in 2020 and due to some health issues, passed away this morning. Rest easy, my friend,” the release said.

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Submitted By Jim Cortina

James A. Cortina has been involved with police dogs since 1972 and currently on the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. Jim has been appointed as Treasurer since its inception in 1991. Jim is one of the charter members of the C.P.W.D.A. organization. Since 1975 he has been a certified professional dog trainer and received his Master Trainer Certification in 1985. During his career he has provided armed K-9 strike crowd control for security agencies in Connecticut and out of state security companies. In conjunction with other members of the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. Board of Directors, he helped to draft Connecticut Statute 53-247(e) "Intentional Injury or Killing of Police K-9" which was passed by the Senate in 1993 and also assisted in implementing the prestigious Daniel Wasson Memorial K-9 Award in 1992. In 1993 he helped coordinate the North American Police Work Dog Association Nationals in New London, Connecticut. He was appointed Training Director for the New London County Work Dog Association from 1985-1987. He performed decoy work for Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc. in police K-9 demonstrations, trained several local police department canines, and coordinated training workshops for out-of-state police departments. He participated in the United States Police K-9 Association Trials in Croton on Hudson, New York in 1985 as a decoy. He is an avid photographer and received photography awards in 1989, 1990, and 1991 and currently takes photographs for the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association Inc.
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