Hondo came to our department in the summer of 2005,  a few months before we were to start official training.  In the time between his arrival and the start of the training class, Hondo and I got to know one another. At the time, I was assigned to Patrol and Hondo spent several shifts inside his crate [...]

As we head in to the final weekend of the Olympics, I can not help but feel full of Canadian pride.  As a country we have done so well – from Joannie Rochette with her inspirational bronze medal performance less than a week after her mother suddenly passed away, to the women’s hockey victory with bringing home [...]

One aspect of this job that often comes as a surprise to the family and loved ones of police officers is the change that overcomes their officers in the hours leading up to the start of shift.  No, the officers do not go through a science fiction style metamorphosis; instead officers likely exhibit subtle and sometimes not [...]

Today was another rough day.  After seeing a bit of improvement in him yesterday, Hondo took a step or two backwards this morning. He’s now been admitted to the Animal Emergency Clinic. The staff have been amazing and very understanding – I’m sure they are used to dealing with distraught pet owners on a regular basis. If [...]

Our calendar was full to the end of the month with regular shifts, overtime shifts and training. Now, instead of working in uniform, I’m working with the veterinarian to ensure Hondo recovers from a sudden, nasty infection and the resulting complications.  It’s a far more difficult job than the one I’m used to as I’ve not [...]