K9 Memorials

K9 Nitro – Greenville, North Carolina

Handler – Officer Bobby Parker Greenville police mourn loss of K9 Nitro to cancer K9 Nitro was an explosive detection dog for the department. It was said that Nitro had an exceptional temperament and was very loving and happy. Nitro had a tireless work ethic and served alongside Officer Bobby Parker. Nitro served for eleven years where he made sure …

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K9 Damon – Pima, Arazona

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 …

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K9 Jake – Hamilton, Canada

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, …

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K9 Riggs – Illinois State Police

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 …

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K9 Hawk – Cochise, Arizona

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 …

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K9 Capo – Wisconsin State Police

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 …

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K9 Goliath – Kleberg,Texas

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 …

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K9 Kudo – Colerain, Ohio

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 …

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K9 Chance – Anderson, California

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 …

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