Gaithersburg’s K9 Max Passes Away

K9 Max of the Gaithersburg Police Department has passed away. Max, who was 12 and a half years old, was a member of the department for almost nine years starting as a one-year-old puppy until his retirement in 2015. He was the faithful partner of officer Eastman.

According to the police department, Max was their first cross-trained dog. He left a significant impact on the Gaithersburg community with his dedication and love for servicing the department.

Even K9 Max thinks it's too bright out! Be cool like Max and stay in the shade and stay hydrated! pic.twitter.com/vvhgl0TIgT

— Gaithersburg Police (@GPDNews) August 27, 2016

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