Retired Paws "Supporting Our Retired Canine Heroes"

07/28/2026

Retired Paws is heartbroken to hear of the passing of retired Border Patrol K9 Nefra.

During her career, Nefra was a familiar face around the station, always happy to collect back scratches and belly rubs from the agents she worked alongside. While she was known for her sweet and friendly personality, she was also an exceptional working dog who played a key role in numerous apprehensions and was credited with multiple narcotics seizures. She served her country with unwavering dedication and professionalism.

Retirement gave Nefra the chance to simply be a dog. She loved spending time with her best buddy, Benson the corgi. Together, they would wear themselves out chasing balls and sticks at the park or in the backyard. She also enjoyed long walks around the neighborhood, where her gentle nature and friendly spirit earned her many human and canine friends. Whether she was following her family around the house or curiously supervising whatever was happening, Nefra was happiest when she was with the people she loved.

More than anything, Nefra loved being by her handler's side. She wasn't just his partner—she was his best friend. The bond between a handler and their K9 is unlike any other, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her.

At Retired Paws, our mission is to ensure every retired law enforcement K9 has the opportunity to enjoy the happy, healthy retirement they have earned after years of faithful service. It is always heartbreaking to say goodbye when one of these incredible heroes crosses the Rainbow Bridge. Nefra's service, loyalty, and unconditional love will never be forgotten.

Run free, sweet Nefra. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and for being such a very good girl.

07/20/2026

Summer sunshine is shining... which means it's the perfect time to soak up some rays!

My name is Harry, and I am a retired Office of Field Operations narcotics detection K9. I proudly served my country sniffing out narcotics until I needed to retire due to my age.

Now I'm making the most of the good life in retirement! Being a Belgian Malinois means you'll almost always find me carrying—or cuddling with—my favorite toy (my precious!) wherever I go. I'm also one lucky guy because I have fur sisters from other misters who keep me company and make every day an adventure.

Recently, I started limping, so my humans packed me up for a trip to the veterinarian. After X-rays and a Valley fever test, we had some answers and a plan. Thanks to Retired Paws and generous donors like you, my family was better able to afford the care I needed so I can keep comfortably enjoying this amazing retired life.

Now, if you'll excuse me, my precious is waiting, my sisters are ready for our next backyard patrol, and I hear the treat jar calling my name.

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07/11/2026

A salute to all those who are serving or have served in the U.S. Military!

My name is Soldier, and I am a retired Phoenix Police Department Explosive Detection K9. During my career, I proudly served with the Phoenix Police Bomb Squad, providing explosive detection capabilities throughout Arizona. My duties included responding to emergency calls for service, conducting operational sweeps for large sporting events and social gatherings, and supporting high-profile dignitary protection details.

These days, I am enjoying everything retirement has to offer! I have had to slow down a little after injuring myself while running around on some wet pool deck, so my swimming career has come to an end, and my humans make sure I don't run around quite as much as I think I should. (I do appreciate being pain-free, so they must be doing something right!)

My favorite part of retirement is spending time with my family, especially my two best friends—the 17-year-old human in the house and my corgi sibling. I'm also quite the social butterfly and love meeting new people wherever I go.

Even though I'm still young at heart, my 12-year-old body is starting to show the wear and tear from my years of service. I was recently diagnosed with degenerative changes in my spine, likely the result of my busy working career, and I now need ongoing medical care to keep living my very best retired life.

Thanks to Retired Paws and generous supporters like you, my family is better able to afford the care and medications I need to stay comfortable and happy.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I think it's time to go cuddle with my best friend.

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07/04/2026

06/29/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July!!! 🇺🇸

My name is Everly, and I am a retired DHS-CBP Agriculture Detection K9. During my career, I worked at the Atlanta airport, sniffing for prohibited agricultural products being brought into the U.S. illegally. My job helped protect America's food supply by preventing harmful pests and diseases from entering our country.
I retired due to IVDD, an extra vertebra, and an iliopsoas muscle injury that made it impossible for me to continue doing the job I loved.

Retirement has been pretty amazing! I love spending time outside sunbathing in the backyard, going on afternoon walks with my siblings, and taking plenty of naps. But if I'm being completely honest... my greatest love is food! I have never met a meal I didn't like.

Because of my IVDD diagnosis, I need ongoing physical therapy to keep me strong and comfortable so I can continue enjoying my retirement. Thanks to Retired Paws and generous supporters like you, my family is better able to afford the care I need. That means I can stick to my very important daily routine: breakfast, sunbathing, nap, treat, walk, and dinner!

Well, my dog clock says it's time to start convincing the humans that dinner should be served a little early today. Wish me luck!

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06/22/2026

Let’s go USA Soccer! Let’s bring home a big cup for our nation’s 250th anniversary!

My name is Mann, and I am a retired Office of Field Operations narcotics and human detection K9. During my career, I proudly served our country at the Nogales Port of Entry, working hard to keep our communities safe.

These days, retirement is treating me very well. Mom calls me her "gentle giant," and I spend my days enjoying daily and nightly walks with Dad. I also have two fur siblings, and together we help keep the household running smoothly.

One of my favorite things is traveling with my parents. They often visit family in San Diego, and I get to tag along as the perfect travel companion. While I'm there, I enjoy exploring a nearby park and, best of all, romping around on Carlsbad Beach. Nothing beats feeling the sand beneath my paws and the ocean breeze in my fur!

Now, I do have one important rule around the house: meal times must be punctual. I don't think that's asking too much for a retired working dog!

Recently, I needed surgery to remove a cyst/tumor. Thanks to the generosity of Retired Paws supporters and the assistance provided by Retired Paws, my family was better able to afford the veterinary care I needed.

Thank you to everyone who helps retired law enforcement K9s like me receive the medical care we deserve after years of service.

Well, I'd better get going. I need to make sure my fur siblings are keeping everyone in line and see if I can convince Dad it's time for another walk around the neighborhood!

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06/15/2026

Rawrrr!!! Oh, sorry... I was just practicing my T-Rex roar.

My name is Rex, and I am a retired Office of Field Operations narcotics and human detection K9. It has been five years since I worked in the field, but I still remember being a dedicated K9 who took his job very seriously.

Retirement is the best! I am living my best life in North Carolina with my family. Since I retired, our family has welcomed two new little humans, and they have become one of my favorite parts of retirement. Being the good boy that I am, I patiently tolerate all of their hugs, snuggles, and silly antics.

I also stay busy by patrolling the neighborhood during walks and keeping watch from the back deck for any suspicious activity. Someone has to make sure the neighborhood stays safe!

Recently, I developed a painful tooth abscess, and my veterinarian recommended removing the tooth to keep me comfortable and healthy. Thanks to the generosity of Retired Paws supporters, my family was better able to afford the care I needed. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to get back to practicing my T-Rex roar and keeping an eye out for anything out of the ordinary around the house. There may also be some epic hugs from my little humans in my future—and those are always worth making time for.

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06/07/2026

We are looping into the summer season!

My name is Looping, and I am a retired Pima County Sheriff's Department narcotics detection K9. During my career, I served as part of the Border Interdiction Unit Task Force, assisting with narcotics sniffs for local agencies as well as multiple federal agencies.

Since retiring, I have discovered that being a majestic couch potato is one of life's greatest pleasures. I have also taken on the very important responsibility of guarding the human puppy's room—a job I take very seriously.

I had to undergo an emergency procedure for an object in my stomach. During that procedure, veterinarians discovered cancer on my liver and spleen. Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, Retired Paws was able to help my family with some of the financial burden that my medical care placed on them.

I think it is time for my couch potato nap number 1,000, after a quick check on my little human.

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05/31/2026

Welcoming June and the hotter weather across the United States! My name is Jezz, and I am a retired U.S. Border Patrol detection K9. During my time in service, I helped sniff out hundreds of pounds of various narcotics, participated in numerous community outreach events, and even earned the Tucson Sector Top Dog Award.

I have been enjoying everything retirement has to offer since 2019. These days, I love sunbathing in the backyard, watching TV with my two favorite humans (Mom and Dad), hiking in the mountains, and policing the kitchen for any scraps that might need investigating. If food happens to disappear when no one is looking, that's hardly my fault! I also take my job of guarding the house very seriously, especially when someone dares to ring the doorbell.

Retirement has allowed me to make many new friends, both human and canine, and I even get along with my brother, who happens to be a cat. Sleeping on the couch is a luxury I fully embrace, and my family knows I need my daily neighborhood patrol so I can check all of my "smell mail." Being a Malinois, I do tend to create a little general ruckus from time to time—but that's just me being me.

Recently, I developed three tumors that required testing and removal. I also needed dental work to maintain an old repair and keep me healthy and infection-free. Thanks to the generosity of donors like you and the support of Retired Paws, my family has been better able to afford the care I need.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I feel a nap coming on as I continue living my very best retired couch-dog life.

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05/26/2026

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