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Here Is My Report For This Month Medical Condition Forces K-9 Deputy To Retire   A six-year veteran of the Kane County Illinois Sheriff's Department retired with honors last week, much to the dismay of his fellow deputies.   Mato Vom Loegrund, a 7 year-old German shepherd, retired because he has a bad disc in his back and a growth on a bone in his right front foot. Kane County Sheriff Pat Perez presented Mato and his handler, Deputy Ron Hain, with a plaque during a retirement ceremony in the sheriff's office lobby.   Pez said Mato and Hain were responsible for numerous "outstanding drug tracks," including one that netted 660 pounds of marijuana from a motor home in Aurora Illinois. Mato and Hain also assisted several departments during their years together, including the DuPage County sheriff's office and St. Charles, Batavia, Geneva, Aurora, Sugar Grove, Yorkville, Elburn, West Chicago and Wheaton police, according to Kane Sheriff Lt. Pat Gengler.   Mato also worked with the Illinois State Police, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, the FBI and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to information provided by the sheriff's office.   Hain said working with Mato – which translates to "Matt" in German – has been one of the highlights of his career.   "The most enjoyable thing I've ever done is handle a K-9 dog," he told a group of fellow K-9 handlers from his own department, Oswego, St. Charles and Kendall County.   "within a couple of years, you (and your dog) come to be on the same wave length," Hain said. "You become very connected."   Mato will continue to live with Hain and his family.   Gengler said Mato will be replaced with two new dogs, which start training next week. Training last about four weeks, so the new dogs should be on the street by Christmas, Gengler said.   Although the dogs are trained in drug and bomb detection, they also are trained to help track down suspects or missing people. In 2008, Mato and Hain tracked down one of three men who shot in the direction of and struck a 4-year-old girl in Aurora.   It's great to have these dogs, not just for drug and bomb detection, but to help prevent catastrophe," Gengler said. Mato's career highlights • 2005: Successfully tracked a fleeing suspect into a heavily wooded area for the Batavia Illinois Police Department. • 2007: Tracked a driver who fled on foot from a personal injury accident. • 2004-2009: Made or assisted in more than 50 felony arrest and the seizure of more than 5 kilograms of cocaine and more than 1,500 pounds of marijuana. Also found aftermarket hidden compartments used to transport narcotics inside six vehicles. Information Source: The above is an article written by Karri E. Christiansen found in the Sunday, November 8, 2009 issue of the Beacon News newspaper of Aurora, Illinois. "Have A Wonderful Retirement Mato" "On A Job Well Done" Respectfully Yours, Legal Beagle

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  In this segment of our web site we would like to pay tribute to our four legged canine companions who protect us, guard us, work for us, and give us their unconditional love and companionship.

Legal Beagle's Special Canine Companion For The Month Is:

Deni

K-9 Officer Paul Gardner With Partner Deni

  This month I am extremely proud to introduce my Special Canine Companion Of The Month
"Deni"

Biography:
  Deni is a certified Explosive Detection K-9 assigned to the Phoenix, Arizona Police Department working at Sky Harbor International Airport. Deni is a 6 year old Hungarian Vizsla also known as a (Hungarian Pointer). Deni is the first Vizsla to be used by the Phoenix Police Department and possibly the first to be used in the state of Arizona for this type of work.
  Before coming to Arizona Deni and his partner Officer Paul Gardner spent 1 year in training in Germany. They were then sent to Lackland AFB in San Antonio, Texas were they then went through extensive training graduating in March of 2005. Deni is TSA Certified and must achieve a success rate of no less than 93% to qualify. Deni receives a yearly paycheck which covers his vet. bills, food, equipment, needs etc. Deni also receives a new vehicle every two years which is specially equipped for him and his partners job. Deni and his partner Officer Gardner will be under constant training until Deni's retirement. "A bomb detection K-9 usually has 8-10 good working years before retirement," says Deni's partner and handler Officer Paul Gardner.
  Part of Deni's training is that he must be able to keep completely focused and be able to work 30 minutes nonstop. Because of his exposure to the general public and other animals at Sky Harbor International Airport Deni is very vulnerable to illness and regular veterinarian visits are essential. Also  the asphalt at the airport in the summer months can reach over 140º so protective foot wear for Deni is essential equipment.
  "Deni loves his job and can not wait to get to work. He loves people and becomes very attuned to their needs (especially handicapped children)", says his partner Officer Gardner.
  Officer Gardner also notes that when Deni is eventually retired from active service he will continue to live with him and his family as a loving family member.
  For more information or questions regarding Deni and his job. contact Officer Paul Gardner at paul.gardner@phoenix.gov

Article written by Bert E. Kavich Owner/Webmaster of Legal Beagle And Associates. ©Bert E. Kavich Productions. All rights reserved.

Here are Some Interesting Information Facts About The Vizsia

Origins:
  A native of the plains of central Hungary. Also called the Hungarian Pointer. The Vizsia is probably descended from two ancient breeds: the Transylvanian hound and the Turkish yellow dog. In more recent times the blood of the German short-haired pointer and the pointer has been added to the Vizsla.
  The breed suffered as a result of the wars in 20th century Europe, and was brought back from the point of extinction.
Personality:
  Intelligent, trainable, steady, obedient, affectionate.
Traits:
  The Vizsla has an exceptional sense of smell. It is also good at jumping and will easily scale a fence if it is not high enough to contain it.

Information source: DOGS  by Gino Pugnetti edited by Elizabeth Meriwether Schuler. A Simon & Schuster's Fireside book.

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  I would like to invite you all to visit the web site of a very good friend of mine. His name is "Action Bear" and on his web site you will find very interesting articles and stories on endangered animals. You will also find various ways in which you may protect and help these endangered creatures. There are also very important links to organizations and agencies that protect animals and their God given rights. I have provided a link to Action Bear's web site below. I am sure that you will enjoy your visit there.

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