Died 3/15/19
Handler – Deputy Andrews
Hernando County Sheriff’s Office says goodbye to beloved K-9
Sheriff Al Nienhuis is saddened, and deeply regrets to announce the death of K-9 Valor. While working, K-9 Valor became ill. Deputy Andrews immediately responded to Animal Emergency of Hernando, where K-9 Valor was treated by the veterinarian on duty. The HCSO veterinarian, Dr. Mike Brannan, also responded to Animal Emergency of Hernando to participate in Valor’s care. K-9 Valor was transferred to the University of Florida Small Animal Hospital in Gainesville for specialized testing and treatment. Sadly, test results revealed that K-9 Valor was suffering from lymphoma, a cancer of the blood. K-9 Valor was euthanized with his partner by his side. K-9 Valor was born on 12-08-2011. He began his career with Deputy Jeff Andrews in April of 2013 at the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. K-9 Valor and Deputy Andrews had a very exciting and successful career together, keeping the citizens of Hernando County safe. Please keep Deputy Andrews, his family, and all of us at the HCSO in your thoughts and prayers as we mourn the loss of K-9 Valor.