K9 Memorials

Died – 11/21/24

Handler – Deputy Dobbertin Pima County Sheriff K-9 dies from cancer at age 7 The Pima County Sheriff’s office announced the death of K-9 Damon after a battle with cancer.K-9 Damon was a seven-year-old Belgian Malinois. He served as a dual purpose, in both rug detection and apprehension, K-9 since 2019.”Our thoughts are with his handler, Deputy Dobbertin, and the …

Handler – Officer Kevin Wilson Hamilton Police dog Jake dies following ten year career Jake, a German Shepherd, was born in Czechia in March 2013. Following a year of training, Jake joined the Hamilton Police Service to work alongside handler Officer Kevin Wilson. Early in their career, Jake and Wilson worked as a general patrol K-9 Unit.According to Ned’s Wish, …

Died 11/19/24 1st Handler – Trooper Jeremy Moyer 2nd Handler – Sgt. Ent Illinois State Police mourns loss of K9 Riggs after sudden cardiac event at age 10 An Illinois State Police K9 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday from a cardiac event at the age of 10.K9 Riggs graduated with Canine Class 75 in the spring of 2017 with his …

Died – 11/19/24 Handler – Marshal John Cody Southern Arizona deputy marshal forced to shoot, kill K-9 during attack A Tombstone deputy marshal was forced to shoot and kill his K-9 partner after the dog attacked him, according to the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office.The CCSO said it happened Tuesday around 5 a.m. on the second floor of the Tombstone Marshal’s …

Died – 10/18/24 Handler – Trooper McCarthy Wisconsin State Patrol K-9 who protected multiple authority figures passes away at nine years old A beloved K-9 who trained with the Wisconsin State Patrol unfortunately passed away at the age of nine on Monday,“It is with great sadness that the Wisconsin State Patrol announces the passing of K-9 Capo,” the post said.K-9 …

Handler – Sgt. Jonathan Jimenez K9 Officer Goliath Remembered for Dedication and Service The Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of K9 Officer Goliath, a dedicated member of their team. Goliath served alongside his handler, Sgt. Jonathan Jimenez, with unwavering loyalty and courage.Goliath was more than just a K9 officer; he was a partner and a protector, playing …

Died – 11/17/24 Handler – Officer Brian Huntington Officers mourn death of foundational member of department’s K-9 unit A police department in Ohio is mourning the loss of a very important pillar of its community this past weekend.The Colerain Township Police Department said one of its K-9s, named Kudo, died on Sunday.The department said Kudo’s importance can’t be overstated; he …

Died – 11/16/24 Handler – Sergeant Tyler Finch Anderson mourns death of heroic K-9 “Chance” The Anderson Police department is mourning one of their former K-9’s on Saturday after announcing Chance the German Shepherd had passed away.Chance had a busy career while serving the city’s police force from 2015 to 2019. Assisting in a number of operations and arrests.Most notably …

Died – 11/14/24 CCSD police K9 dies after medical episode A Clark County School District Police Department K9 died on Thursday. He was 5 years old.The department said in a Facebook post that Marley, an American labrador retriever, died unexpectedly after being taken to a local animal hospital for medical attention. The K9 joined the department in 2020. “Marley will …