K9 Kai – West Yorkshire, England

Died 10/18/24

Beloved Police Dog Kai Passes Away Following Battle with Illness

The police community is mourning the loss of Police Dog Kai, who passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at the age of 7. Kai, known for his dedication and service, passed away with his handler, Chris, by his side after a prolonged battle with health issues.Kai’s health complications began in October 2023, when he required emergency surgery to remove fluid around his heart and stomach. Despite the challenges, he continued his duties, apprehending suspects and protecting the community. However, his condition gradually worsened over the years, leading to his passing.Chris, Kai’s handler, shared heartfelt memories, recalling Kai’s early days in 2018 when he was assigned to him at just nine months old. Although young and slightly immature, Kai quickly proved himself as a dependable and dedicated police dog. His friendly and sociable nature endeared him to everyone who knew him.“We worked together through COVID, and he welcomed his running mate, Lucy, into our lives,” Chris shared, reflecting on their years of partnership and friendship. West Yorkshire Police expressed deep gratitude for Kai’s service and extended their condolences to Chris and all who had the honor of working with him. Kai’s contributions and bravery will be remembered by all, and he will be dearly missed.“We worked together through COVID, and he welcomed his running mate, Lucy, into our lives,” Chris shared, reflecting on their years of partnership and friendship.West Yorkshire Police expressed deep gratitude for Kai’s service and extended their condolences to Chris and all who had the honor of working with him. Kai’s contributions and bravery will be remembered by all, and he will be dearly missed.

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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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