In La Plata County, sheriff’s German Shepherd K-9 ‘Ozzy’ ends his watch

By Nathan Metcalf | Durango Herald

In a page-out to law enforcement, a 911 dispatcher marked the end of duty for Ozzy, a 7-year-old K-9 who ended his career Friday with the La Plata County Sheriff’s Office.

Ozzy spent his five-year career along his handler, K-9 Deputy Cody Hawman.

Hawman said it would be an emotional goodbye, but his wife and young son will be glad to have Ozzy at home more often.

“He’s my partner, he’s my best friend, he comes to work with me, to live with me; I spend more time with him than with anyone,” Hawman said.

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