Ohio city denies desperate cop’s $10K offer to keep beloved K-9 partner: ‘Been with us through everything’

[DigitalDrifter]

Apparently 'Shaker Heights' wants to change the name of the city to "Grinch" Heights.

A former K-9 officer is fighting tooth and nail to retire his longtime partner and formally fold him into his family — but an Ohio city is standing in the way.

Officer Chad Hagan claims the city of Shaker Heights rebuffed his offer of $10,000 to take canine Igor with him when he leaves the department purely out of spite, knowing that the separation would be devastating for both.

The pair have worked together for more than five years, during which time they have formed an unbreakable, familial bond.

Ohio city denies desperate cop’s $10K offer to keep beloved K-9 partner: ‘Been with us through everything’

“The bond that Officer Hagan and Igor have is beyond what anyone could ever imagine … He is a beloved member of the family and Hagan’s best friend.”

nypost.com

 

[Dont Taz Me Bro]

Like it or not, the dog belongs to the City of Shaker Heights and it's their decision. How much does it cost to train another dog? While the Chief's actions may sound cruel on the surface, how about getting his side of the story so we have the whole picture before making a judgment.

 

[shockedcanadian]

The dog would be happier too in staying with his partner. Must be a policy

 

[DukeU]

Why do people have to be assholes?

Let the couple keep the dog, it's the right thing to do.

 

[DukeU]

Like it or not, the dog belongs to the City of Shaker Heights and it's their decision. How much does it cost to train another dog? While the Chief's actions may sound cruel on the surface, how about getting his side of the story so we have the whole picture before making a judgment.

Doubt it cost more than 10,000, which is what they offered for the dog.

 

[Dont Taz Me Bro]

Doubt it cost more than 10,000, which is what they offered for the dog.

You've heard only one side of the story. The officer claims it's being done out of spite. Out of spite for what? Does he have a bad history with the Chief? It seems there is more information that we don't have seeing as how the article only reported the cop's version. My point is you need all the information before you can come to a valid conclusion.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

Give the guy the dog. Jesus you people get butthurt about BS

 

[DukeU]

You've heard only one side of the story. The officer claims it's being done out of spite. Out of spite for what? Does he have a bad history with the Chief? It seems there is more information that we don't have seeing as how the article only reported the cop's version. My point is you need all the information before you can come to a valid conclusion.

I understand what you're saying, but I can't think there would be one good reason not to let the couple keep the dog considering they offered to pay.

 

[EvilCat Breath]

You've heard only one side of the story. The officer claims it's being done out of spite. Out of spite for what? Does he have a bad history with the Chief? It seems there is more information that we don't have seeing as how the article only reported the cop's version. My point is you need all the information before you can come to a valid conclusion.

The cop is a police officer, white, married to a woman. Of course the city is acting out of spite.

 

[RoshawnMarkwees]

Remember when Obama left office and wanted to adopt Biden?

 

[DigitalDrifter]

The dog is 6 years old. That's getting up there for a German Shepard.

What is the average German Shepherd lifespan?​

According to the American Kennel Club, German Shepherds typically live 7 to 10 years. To put that in perspective, the average lifespan of a dog is 10 to 13 years.

 

[DigitalDrifter]

Bring K9 Igor Home, organized by Moranda Watkins

As a family friend of the Hagan family. I am posting on my behalf to fight for this family to keep… Moranda Watkins needs your support for Bring K9 Igor Home

www.gofundme.com

 

[initforme]

The dog has earned his place in the officers home. Why take away its happiness?

 

[pknopp]

I do feel bad for the dog. I suppose this is another example of why dogs should not be used this way.

Also, what is it with cops and porn staches?

 

[Missourian]

How much? Why police K9s cost a lot more than you think

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The law enforcement response to K9s recently going missing from both the Madera County Sheriff’s Office and the Reedley Police Department showed just how im…

www.yourcentralvalley.com

Offering to pay half the cost of obtaining a young, fresh police K9 dog seems more than reasonable.

 

[Vastator]

I understand what you're saying, but I can't think there would be one good reason not to let the couple keep the dog considering they offered to pay.

Maybe it's the only, or most experienced dog on the force...

 

[Muhammed]

Maybe it's the only, or most experienced dog on the force...

Doubt it cost more than 10,000, which is what they offered for the dog.

Yep. They are just being dickheads about it.

 

[DigitalDrifter]

The GoFundMe, still has a way to go. Please help if you can!

Bring K9 Igor Home, organized by Moranda Watkins

As a family friend of the Hagan family. I am posting on my behalf to fight for this family to keep… Moranda Watkins needs your support for Bring K9 Igor Home

www.gofundme.com