Write A Story About K-9/11

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Most people would agree that they have a soft spot for their dogs or pets and could not imagine being separated from them after years of bonding. Our dogs become part of our family and share countless moments with us, which is why this particular story is pulling the heartstrings of so many pet lovers across the country. Cops know that when they work with a K-9 that they are expected to do a job and work well together. What happens when the K-9 and the cop forge a strong connection that keeps them glued together both night and day, and then it is time to retire and the police department insists on reassigning the K-9 to another handler? That is exactly the case in the story of a cop that wants nothing more than to live out his retirement years with his best friend and K-9 partner. …show more content…
Over the course of four years, they worked long hours and many days which forged a strong bond between them and they could be found together night and day. David is close to retiring after 34 years with the police department and unfortunately, Ivy is to be reassigned to another K-9 handler.

David's daughter Jennie recounts how they would never be apart for more than a few hours at any given time. David not only adored Ivy, but Ivy equally adored him. Jennie has started a petition to try to convince the police department to allow David to keep Ivy rather than re-assigning her. The petition got over 35,000 signatures but proved to be of no use. The department refuses to allow Ivy to retire with David and will continue to use her as a K-9 officer that will serve with another handler for future