K9 Jaeger – Andrews, Texas

Handler – Lieutenant Shawn Kelley

K9 Jaeger – Andrews, Texas
Retired K9 Jaeger of Andrews Police Department Passes Away

The Andrews Police Department has announced the passing of retired K9 Jaeger, who served the community for five years before retiring in 2020.Jaeger was a dual-purpose K9 specializing in tracking, apprehension, handler protection, and narcotics detection. During his service, he made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of Andrews residents, according to the Andrews Police Department.In retirement, Jaeger lived with his handler, Lieutenant Shawn Kelley, and his family. Lt. Kelley expressed that the bond shared with Jaeger was indescribable and that he will be deeply missed.”K9 Jaeger was more than just a working dog; he was a loyal companion and a valued member of our police department,” stated the Andrews Police Department. “His service and dedication to the City of Andrews will never be forgotten.”Rest in peace, Jaeger. Thank you for your unwavering service and loyalty. You will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you.

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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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