Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies

mahhi22 · 11-16-2009, 06:27 PM

Sequim Police Officer Mike Hill with his late partner Titus, who died Monday. -- Photo courtesy of Sequim Police Department.

Story Published: Nov 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM PST

Story Updated: Nov 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM PST
By Diane Urbani de la Paz , Peninsula Daily News SEQUIM, Wash. -- Titus, a dog rescued from the King County animal shelter who went on to an illustrious career with the Sequim Police Department, has died.

The 7-year-old German shepherd suffered from a degenerative muscle disease and immune-system difficulties that caused his death, Sequim Police spokeswoman Maris Turner said in a prepared statement.

Titus' health problems necessitated his retirement last year. After leaving the force, he continued living with his handler, Sequim Police Officer Mike Hill.

Hill now works with a newer K-9 partner, another German shepherd named Chase.

Titus proved himself right away in Sequim after completing his 240-plus hours of training at the McNeil Island Corrections Center, Turner recalled.

With Hill at his side, the shepherd found methamphetamine and a stolen handgun in a vehicle during his first day back on the street.

Titus went on to conduct more than 100 searches, which resulted in nearly 100 arrests and the taking of more than $135,000 worth of narcotics off of Clallam County's streets, Turner said.

In addition to their Sequim duty, Hill and Titus worked with the Clallam County Sheriff's Office, the State Patrol, the U.S. Forest Service, the Forks and Port Angeles police departments and the Coast Guard.

And in 2007, Titus assisted the U.S. Border Patrol in an international bust by sniffing out $174,000 in currency used by drug traffickers, Turner said, adding that the cash find was one of the largest in Clallam County history.

Titus' successor, Chase, has also distinguished himself as a police dog since he arrived in summer 2008.

He receives training, food and health care thanks to donations from the community, Turner noted.

http://www.komonews.com/news/local/70078622.html

RIP good buddy.

allieg · 11-16-2009, 06:31 PM

**Amaruq** · 11-16-2009, 07:02 PM

clfike · 11-16-2009, 07:25 PM

Thank you for your service Officer Titus. RIP

Crabtree · 11-16-2009, 10:58 PM

officer Titus

11-16-2009, 06:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
mahhi22 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: W WA Posts: 475	Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies Sequim Police Officer Mike Hill with his late partner Titus, who died Monday. -- Photo courtesy of Sequim Police Department. Story Published: Nov 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM PST Story Updated: Nov 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM PST By Diane Urbani de la Paz , Peninsula Daily News SEQUIM, Wash. -- Titus, a dog rescued from the King County animal shelter who went on to an illustrious career with the Sequim Police Department, has died. The 7-year-old German shepherd suffered from a degenerative muscle disease and immune-system difficulties that caused his death, Sequim Police spokeswoman Maris Turner said in a prepared statement. Titus' health problems necessitated his retirement last year. After leaving the force, he continued living with his handler, Sequim Police Officer Mike Hill. Hill now works with a newer K-9 partner, another German shepherd named Chase. Titus proved himself right away in Sequim after completing his 240-plus hours of training at the McNeil Island Corrections Center, Turner recalled. With Hill at his side, the shepherd found methamphetamine and a stolen handgun in a vehicle during his first day back on the street. Titus went on to conduct more than 100 searches, which resulted in nearly 100 arrests and the taking of more than $135,000 worth of narcotics off of Clallam County's streets, Turner said. In addition to their Sequim duty, Hill and Titus worked with the Clallam County Sheriff's Office, the State Patrol, the U.S. Forest Service, the Forks and Port Angeles police departments and the Coast Guard. And in 2007, Titus assisted the U.S. Border Patrol in an international bust by sniffing out $174,000 in currency used by drug traffickers, Turner said, adding that the cash find was one of the largest in Clallam County history. Titus' successor, Chase, has also distinguished himself as a police dog since he arrived in summer 2008. He receives training, food and health care thanks to donations from the community, Turner noted. http://www.komonews.com/news/local/70078622.html RIP good buddy. __________________ Rumi vom Haus Barrett 8/24/2010 BRAT, HCT, CGC Dakota GSD rescue 7/1/00 - 9/15/11 CGC, RA, CD Gunnar GSD/greyhound rescue 1995-2005 Kodi GSD/husky rescue 1991-2004 Cleo, pug and Happy, mutt from childhood

11-16-2009, 06:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
allieg Crowned Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NH Posts: 4,413	Re: Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies __________________ Allie owned by: Athena 5/4/08 http://www.dogster.com/dogs/925796 Lexi 6/1/07 Puggle of some sort

11-16-2009, 07:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
Amaruq Moderator who has gone to the dogs Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Where I don't wanna be-NW PA Posts: 14,645	Re: Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies __________________ Ruq Paq Lakota, Chimo, Tika, Rayne, Kanuck, Jethro and Keyzah My Angels forever in my heart and watching over us: Phoenix 9/07 Kaylee Cheyenne 5/09

11-16-2009, 07:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
clfike Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 267	Re: Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies Thank you for your service Officer Titus. RIP __________________ ~~Cindy Sasha - Black and tan female (02/12/98) Ally - Sable female (08/29/01) Kellan von dem Waldkonig - Bi-color male (10/02/09) Timber - (10/14/08 - 08/27/09) We will always love you! Thank you for choosing us. Spencer (RIP sweet boy)

11-16-2009, 10:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
Crabtree Crowned Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: On. Canada Posts: 4,370	Re: Beloved Sequim K-9 officer dies officer Titus __________________ Sandra Larka GSD 1/4/06 Palla GSD 7/16/06 Loki adopted 8/23/08 Badger,Miss Crabtree & Shafford, the kitty krew Waiting at the bridge;Palla,Tucker,Chance, Brandy and Lacy. I'll miss you to the end of eternity, and love you twice as long.

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