K9 Sergeant Michael Dies
Sergeant Michael, a K9 with the Yangon Bomb Squad, also passed away after suddenly falling ill; his death was diagnosed as a result of gastrointestinal problems. Sniffer dogs in Myanmar are generally overworked and undercared for. Several dogs who undergo training at the Yangon academy die on the course due to problems with their lungs, liver, and intestines as a result of regular exposure to gunpowder. Following Michael’s death, filmmaker Kyi Phyu Shin announced plans to start a charity named ‘For Brave Dogs’ that will raise money and provide additional care for all on-duty sniffer dogs across the country.