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Jake

Published on December 5, 2009 By Sandra

 
 

 
 
The passing of one of our beloved police dogs always leaves a hole in the Vancouver Police K9 section, and in the last year, several retired dogs have passed over to Rainbow Bridge.
While most expect the dog’s handler to be devastated, many do not realize the impact these four legged officers have on the handler’s [...]

A Sad Day

Published on June 3, 2009 By Sandra

 
 
PD Raider, recently retired due to a back injury, passed away yesterday while at the Dog Squad.  It is never easy to lose one of our canine partners, particularly when the loss is sudden and unexpected. 
His name will be added to the list of those Police Service Dogs who have served their handlers, the VPD, [...]

A Sad Day

Published on March 5, 2009 By Sandra

 
The Vancouver Police Department said good-bye to a loyal member yesterday.
PD Bronco retired from active police dog duty within the last few years, and lived out his life with his handler, Sgt. Greg Meyerhoff and his family.  His name will be added to list of those Police Service Dogs who served their handlers, the department, and the citizens of Vancouver.
Bronco will forever be [...]

A Sad Day

Published on February 10, 2009 By Sandra

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Yesterday, Monday, February 9th, 2009, saw two handlers say good-bye to their retired partners.  PD Spiker and PD Jackal retired from active police dog duty within the last few years, and lived out their lives with their handlers and their families.  Thier names will be added to list of those Police Service Dogs who served their [...]