Julio, a K9 with the Reno Police Department, passed away.
Julio was an eight-year-old golden retriever who served alongside Officer Chris Carter Jr. in the Consolidated Bomb Squad since 2017. He was trained as a single-purpose explosive detection K9.
He passed away after an unexpected medical issue.
Julio was deployed hundreds of times over the years to enhance the safety of public events and dignitary visits.
He also responded to many explosive ordinance disposal calls.
Julio was known for holding his own leash around the station and visiting employees and putting smiles on their faces.
His favorite treat was Milk-Bones.
“Not only do our K9 officers perform incredible work to help protect our community, but they also bring so much joy and life to the Reno Police Department,” said Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance. “To know K9 Julio was to love him; he will be greatly missed by so many.”
