By PCSO
It is with heavy hearts that we let you know that our beloved retired K-9 Kony crossed the Rainbow Bridge yesterday. He was a well and faithful servant for many years here at PCSO, helping two different handlers keep people safe and put bad guys in jail.
We purchased Kony in February 2011 from Ventosa K9 Kennel in North Carolina, just after he turned two years old. His first handler was Deputy Sheriff Kurt Walker, and together they were a dynamic duo. When Deputy Walker was promoted to Sergeant in 2014, Kony paired up with Deputy Sheriff Mike Hill. They worked together for three more years, and in 2017, Kony retired & went to the Hill family as their beloved pet until his death on March 25, 2021.
Deputy Hill, a seasoned canine handler and trainer, said, “He was a special Hero and one of the best I have ever had the privilege to work with. Kurt did a phenomenal job selecting him and giving him a solid foundation in training him.”
We know the Hill and Walker families will miss Kony – he was a fabulous dog and we are grateful for his many years of service to our agency and the people of Polk County. Thank you, Kony. You were such a good boy.