Memorials to Fallen K-9's

Handler – Officer Shannon Irish Sioux Falls Police: Retired K-9 dies, served city for 7 years The Sioux Falls Police Department announced the death of a retired K-9 in the care of his handler. Rio served the Sioux Falls Police Department for seven years before retiring at home with his handler Officer Shannon Irish on June 6, 2019. A K-9 …

Died – 12/13/20 Handler – Lt. Cheryl Schattschneider The Milwaukee County House of Correction K-9 unit is mourning the loss of retired K9 Phoenix. He suffered from bone cancer and was laid to rest surrounded by family on Dec 13, 2020. K9 Phoenix served on the Unit from 2014-2018. He was trained in finding narcotics and firearms, criminal apprehension, and …

1st Handler – 2nd Handler – Officer Brannan Retired Moorhead Police K9 passes away The Moorhead Police Department is mourning the loss of a longtime K9 partner. Officers say Milo passed away unexpectedly this past weekend. He was a retired K9. K9 Milo became part of Moorhead Police Department in 2011, where he was partnered with Officer Lien for 3 …

Died – 12/11/20 Hutchinson family says goodbye to 17-year-old military service dog A military veteran got the honors she deserved after a life dedicated to serving others. Corporal, a 17-year-old German Shepherd lived though three deployments. Friday, was time for her family to say goodbye, after losing her ability to walk and even stand. Members of the Hutchinson Police Department …

Died – 12/11/20 It saddens the YCSO K-9 Association to announce the passing of retired patrol K-9 Spike. He touched many hearts and will be missed.

We are saddened by the recent loss of K9 Rasl, who was assigned to the Sacramento International Airport. After a very short diagnosis with an aggressive nasal sarcoma tumor, Rasl crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Rasl will be remembered as a hero who carried his career with intense focus, drive, and strength. We would like to offer our heartfelt thank …

Handler – Cpl. Joe Liddick Pasco Sheriff’s Office pays respects to retired police dog The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to a former police dog that died this month. Retired K9 Ace partnered with Cpl. Joe Liddick during his eight-year run with the department from 2008 to 2016. “K9 Ace will be truly missed,” the Sheriff’s Office wrote in …

Died – 12/6/6/20 Handler – Captain Dave Phillips Weymouth police mourn K9 officer The Weymouth Police Department announced the passing of one of their K-9 officers Monday. K9 Officer Ali died Sunday, he was 12 years old. His partner Captain Dave Phillips said, “For over 11 years, K-9 Ali was a faithful partner and companion. He will truly be missed.” …

Died 12/5/20 Handler – Officer Don Denison The United States Forest Service is mourning the loss of one of their own, Retired K9 Kaliber. Kaliber passed away at home in his handler’s arms on December 5, 2020. Kaliber selflessly served with USFS from 2009 to 2019. He was responsible for finding narcotics, as well as bad guys. For 10 years …