Post by UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine

On June 16, the UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine and the UC Davis Police Department joined law enforcement agencies from across California to honor 27 K9 officers who lost their lives in the line of duty between 2012 and 2025. The Faithful Partners K9 Memorial recognizes the extraordinary service, courage, and sacrifice of these canines and the deep bonds they shared with their handlers and families. Read more about the event: https://lnkd.in/gZ2smPDY One of the most moving moments of the ceremony came from Fairfield Police Department Sergeant Michael Peña, who reflected on the life and service of his late K9 partner, Cort. His story reminded us that behind every K9 officer is a team of handlers, loved ones, veterinary professionals, and communities who share in both the responsibility and the sacrifice. We are honored to care for many of these animals throughout their lives. Through the Faithful Partner Compassionate Care Fund, donor support helps ensure that K9 officers and search-and-rescue dogs injured in the line of duty receive the care they need, regardless of cost. Thank you to all who joined us in honoring these faithful partners and the legacy they leave behind. Learn more about the Faithful Partner Fund: https://lnkd.in/gwbQQH58 #K9Heroes | #FaithfulPartnersK9Memorial | #UCDavisVetMed Image Descriptions: A series of photos from the Faithful Partners K9 Memorial held at the UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine. The first image shows memorial photos lining a walkway, each displaying the name, department and end-of-watch date of fallen K9 officers. Additional photos show law enforcement officers standing beside framed portraits of their K9 heroes. A separate photo shows members of the City of Sacramento Pipe Band performing "Amazing Grace" during the memorial. The final image is the event program cover, which reads, "We Remember the K9 Heroes," with the subtitle "Faithful Partners K9 Memorial" and the date, June 16, 2026.