VERMILION, Ohio — The Vermilion Police Department K-9 United announced on Facebook the passing of retired K-9 Miro on Thursday.
Miro was put down after a "sudden drastic decline in his health," according to Vermillion Police Department Detective Sergeant Scott Holmes.
The retired K-9, who would have turned 12 years old at the end of November enjoyed a cheeseburger and ice cream before passing away on his favorite dog bed with family surrounding him.
The following statement was released from Holmes on Facebook:
"It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the passing of my Partner, best friend and family member, Miro. We made that difficult decision today to assist him across that proverbial rainbow bridge due to a sudden drastic decline in his health. Miro would have turned 12 years old at the end of this month.
This is cathartic for me to write, so bear with me. I met Miro in a dark airport hanger in January 2012. We have rarely been separated since that time. Between working shifts on patrol, training and home life, we were constantly together. He served the VPD with distinction from 2012-2020. He was retired in 2020 to live out his retirement at home with our family.
For those of you with pets who have passed, you know this heart break. But for those K-9 Handlers who have lost a Partner, you know what this loss does to the Handler and family all too well.
To all the other family, friends and coworkers, thank you for supporting Miro. A special thanks to the Vermilion Vet Clinic and Dr. Ranney for the special care you gave him.
Today Miro had a Cheeseburger and ice cream for lunch and then quietly passed in our backyard on his favorite dog bed with the sun shining while surrounded by family. I could not have created a better scene for it.
He will be missed and will not be forgotten."
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