Our happy, handsome K9 Kyago celebrates his 10th birthday today! We all wish him a very happy day!
Happy Birthday to K9 Kyago!
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K9 Veterans Day
From the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, this is an appreciation for all the K9s who have served our county and thanks to the ones currently on active duty.
We are so thankful to all the brave pups, now and in the past, and their partners, for all they do every day to keep us all safe, locally and all over the world!
To see our many previous K9s, go to our tribute page.
Welcome to our new K9!
Exciting news for all of us! Drumroll please…
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Introducing K9 Otto!!
K9 Otto is the newest addition to the WCSO K9 team!! This handsome boy is partnered with Deputy Locke.
K9 Otto is a German Shepherd, born in Holland on 5-7-21. With this new addition, our Washoe County K9 unit is up to full strength with eight active K9 officers. Welcome to the team K9 Otto and Deputy Locke!
RIP to K9 Kir
We just heard about the loss of another of our retired K9s. K9 Kir passed on January 11th, 2023. Our condolences to the Fisher family on this sad event. This statement is from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office grieves the passing of retired K9 Kir. Kir was born on March 21, 2011, in the Czech Republic and was paired with his partner Deputy Suzanne Fisher in 2013.
Kir was certified in tracking, article detection, narcotics and patrol before being assigned to the Washoe County Detention Facility, the Second Judicial District Court and the Reno Justice Court. Kir retired in 2016 and was named the 1st official “spokesdog” of Kinetic Dog Food later that year.
Kir spent most of his retirement lounging in any body of water he could get into, playing in the snow and riding in “his” side by side. Kir never stopped working – he continued to protect his family and keep guard until his final breath.
K9 Kir passed away on January 11, 2023, with his family beside him. His family will remember him as loyal, protective, adventurous and the BEST boy there ever was.
RIP to K9 Akim
We’re sad to report the passing of K9 Akim. He was a beautiful and loved K9. This statement from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office speaks for all of us in K9 Partners.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office grieves the passing of retired K9 Akim. K9 Akim passed away with friends and family by his side at home yesterday. He will always be remembered for his “crazy” energy and soft-hearted disposition.
Sheriff Balaam expressed, “K9 Akim was loyal and courageous; his dedication to protecting our community will never be forgotten. We honor his service, and he will be greatly missed.”
K9 Akim was born in Prague, Czech Republic, on August 17, 2010. He and handler Corey Solferino were paired together on January 23, 2012, at the prestigious Vohn Liche Kennels in Denver, Indiana. Akim was certified in patrol, narcotics, article detection, and tracking. K9 Akim and Corey worked together as part of the HIDTA task force until his promotion to Sergeant on August 3, 2015.
Akim was able to enjoy many years of retirement with his family poolside in the backyard, under the covered patio, or chasing his brother and sister French Bulldogs around the block
.“To say he will be missed is an understatement. We will miss our Keemers indefinitely,” shared Chief Deputy Corey Solferino and family.
The WCSO family extends heartfelt condolences to the Solferino family. Rest easy, K9 Akim.
Rounding out the January Birthdays…
It’s K9 Jett’s birthday today! This tall, handsome K9 is five years old and ready to celebrate! Happy Birthday, Jett!
It’s K9 Odin’s Birthday!
Move over Ava, it’s time to celebrate K9 Odin’s third birthday! Happy Birthday to this handsome boy. He’s just too cool, isn’t he?
Happy Birthday, K-9 Ava!
All right, I missed posting this yesterday on Ava’s actual day, but let’s wish her a happy year-four birthday! What a gorgeous girl she is!
Welcome to WCSO’s new K9
Big news today! Our newest K9 is here! Welcome Brutus to the K9 unit, This handsome fella is a Czech Shepherd, born in Poland in October of 2020. Brutus is partnered with Deputy Beau Tittensor. We can’t wait to see what great things this pair will do!
Today, Brutus got to meet his Sheriff, Darin Balaam and get some pets from WCSO staff.
Dogs at Shop with the Sheriff
Washoe County’s Shop with the Sheriff event happened last night at the Wal-Mart store on Pyramid. Local kids were able to fulfill their Christmas Shopping with the assistance of WCSO deputies. Two of the K9s were on hand to greet them and help with the shopping. People got to meet K9 Ava and K9 Odin. Thanks to Wal Mart for their participation in this annual program.
Our own Diana Lee was on hand to take a few photos.
