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35. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF RETIRING K-9 – OX Approve the transfer of ownership of retiring K-9, Ox, #K154, to Deputy Rush, #S2067. Ox is a six-year-old dual purpose narcotic detention and patrol canine. Ox has been working alongside of Deputy Rush since February of 2020 as his original handler. Ox’s change in behavior and focus were first observed in March of 2024. Over a two-month period Ox has had multiple incidents where his behavior was inconsistent with his training. All attempts to resolve the issues have met with no success. Deputy Rush has created a strong bond with Ox over the years as his handler/partner and will accept full care and financial responsibility for Ox upon adoption and will be asked to sign the Canine Release and Indemnification. THIS ITEM REQUIRES A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THE BOARD (C-50-25-016-X-00)