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June 05, 2007
Retired K9 Cezar Passes
BOW - June 21 1998 EOW - June 8th 2007 Today I lost a friend, a partner and a family member. My retired canine Cezar passed away this morning at the veterinarian. Cezar was nine years old. Yes, this seems young for a dog and it is, but Cezar’s body was tired. He worked hard and played hard most of his life. He enjoyed his work and he enjoyed people. Cezar was a friendly police dog. Everyone liked him. Cezar would always amaze me how he could chase down and stop a fleeing felon one minute and dance happily around people the next. When Cezar was called upon he would do whatever it took to keep someone from escaping. After the incident and the suspect was in custody Cezar was back to being a friendly dog. He truly had the preverbal on/off switch. This personality trait made him a joy to be around. Cezar made many felony arrests during his career. Cezar’s first apprehension was a high profile arrest. Cezar captured a crazy man who fought with a Greyhound bus driver while the bus was in motion. The man pulled hard on the steering wheel causing the bus to slide out of control and crash into a large drainage ditch. The collision injured many people on the bus. The suspect was thrown through the front windshield of the bus and landed on the road where he then fled on foot. The suspect ran off into a large field of tall grass to hide. Cezar and I arrived on scene and began our search for suspect. Cezar searched into the wind. He quickly picked up on the suspects scent and located him. The suspect was taken into custody within minutes. There are many fond memories of Cezar. Some of which are from work but most of all I have the memories of him at home. At home Cezar was very much a pet. We had a routine. Each night after our shift I would remove Cezar’s collar and rub his ears for a bit. Once the collar was removed he knew it was time to relax and not be a police canine. At home Cezar loved his family. He loved to play keep away his Kong toy with my children. Well, it was mostly Cezar keeping the Kong away from the kids. Many of Cezar’s traits were natural. No one could teach the kindness he had. His loyalty will be unsurpassed. His eagerness to please unmatched and his kindness greatly missed. I’m not sure his death has really hit me yet. Cops have a coping mechanism of moving on “getting the job” done, but I know when I wake in the morning and walk out to his kennel to check on him it will hit me. Cezar you will be terrible missed.
Good-bye partner.
Visitor comments
"Please email me the address of Sheriff's Dept. so I can mailyou a hard copy of the memorial I have on line for Cezar. thanks.. lulu" ->By Louise Krause on August 21, 2007 - 04:08
"I was notified about the loss of Cezar. Iput him on my website that I have been keeping for almost 9 years for K9s.go to: http://members.dandy.net/~lulu//mem2007-C.html and you will see him. Please email me back if possible to let me know this link is working. lulu@dandy.net loulou5858@comcast.net sincere sympathy.... lulu" ->By Louise "lulu" Krause on August 15, 2007 - 06:08
"Sorry dad for the passing of Cezar, he was a really great dog and I know you really loved him."
->By Karly Kemp on July 26, 2007 - 05:07
"Rick,I am sorry to hear about Cezar. I've been there and I know how tough it is but you still have some great memories. There's nothing better than K9." ->By Officer Brett Smith K63 on June 21, 2007 - 05:06
"Rick, So sorry to hear about you and your family's loss. Cezar was a great dog and did great things that will never be forgotten. He will truly be missed."
->By Cpl. Marty Mahom (SSFPD) on June 20, 2007 - 10:06
"Rick, I am sorry for your loss. I know how you feel since I had the same sad experience in losing my retired canine partner from SPD. Cherish the memories of Cezar. He was a great police dog. He will be missed and never forgotten."
->By Joe Leach Folsom PD K9-2 on June 19, 2007 - 09:06
"I was so sorry to hear of Cezar's passing....I met him a few times whenever I would go on a RAL with Beamer and "Moose". I know he will surely be missed. I'm sure he will be the envy of the other dogs in doggie heaven--he definitely had an exciting life. My best to you and your family."
->By 911 Dispatcher Michelle Bruce on June 16, 2007 - 11:06
"Rick, I understand how you feel. Dogs are such wonderful creatures. Cezar was a beautiful animal. I won't lie to you, it's going to be hard for you. It might sound stupid but if you ever need to talk...or have someone listen, you know how to find me. Cindy"
->By Cindy Yeafoli on June 10, 2007 - 10:06
"Rick. I am so sorry and saddened to hear about Cezar. Not only are they your partner, family pet, there is a special bond and always will be. He will forever be in your heart and you have the memories."
->By Melissa B on June 08, 2007 - 05:06
"Rick, our thoughts are with you and your family.It's a great loss for all off you .He's now in dogsheaven and he always watch you ,he is always in your and our heart. He will be missed !!"
->By Gijs en Corneke From Holland on June 07, 2007 - 10:06
"Rick - I am sorry to hear about Cezar's passing. The times that I have seen him, he did seem like a really great dog. We will miss seeing him around."
->By Gretchen Cotter on June 07, 2007 - 08:06
"Rick, I'm so sorry about your loss. As the family of a canine officer, I also know how hard it is to lose your partner. My son went through the same thing and we all miss "Thor" every day. Know he is at peace now."
->By Jacque Villa Vips-SSD on June 07, 2007 - 10:06
"Dear Rick,I am sorry that Cezar died. I know that you loved him. Love Maddie Amos." ->By Maddie Amos on June 06, 2007 - 08:06
"Rick.. I am sorry to hear about your loss. Having worked with Cezar as long as you did I am sure this is much harder than losing just a family pet. I am sorry I never got the chance to meet or train with Cezar."
->By Deputy Ruben Pena on June 06, 2007 - 07:06
"My thoughts are with you and the family. As a co-worker and dog lover, I understand the dedication and the love involved in such a truly special relationship.That dog is gonna have some dang good stories in doggie heaven." ->By Dispatcher Anthony Cathey on June 06, 2007 - 12:06
"Rick, I am so sorry to hear about Cezar.....he was such a great dog!!! You guys had a great time together and I know how much you loved him. Not all of the police dogs are like him, and he was truly one of the best!!! What a great tribute you gave him in the story you wrote. He will surely be missed!! Thanks for everything Cez!!!"
->By Ramie Folena on June 06, 2007 - 10:06
"Rick, sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will all miss him. I will tell "Corky" of your loss and give him an extra hug....Its amazing how they become a member of our family."
->By Larry Crisostomo on June 06, 2007 - 10:06
"Rick,So sorry to hear about Cezar. As a former K9 "mom", I know how attached a family gets to these darn dogs! You truly have lost a member of your family. Chris is right. You will look back on how many lives Cezar has touched and you'll realize he was a truly amazing dog. Hugs to you and your family." ->By Kathy Rogers on June 06, 2007 - 09:06
"Rick, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss and sorry I never got to work with Cezar. Brought back lots of my memories with Agbar so I know how much this will hurt. My best advice is save everyone of the the kind words (e-mails) and memories from others to Cezar's scrap book. You will find he made more fond memories than you thought."
->By Det. Chris Rogers Former K9-1 on June 06, 2007 - 09:06
"Rick- Thank you for sharing your memories of Cezar. He was a special dog, and I appreciate the glimpse you gave of his "personal life". His family at work will miss him, just as I know his family at home will. I'm so very sorry for your loss."
->By Astrid Maberry on June 06, 2007 - 08:06
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