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126. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF RETIRING K-9 – RIPP Approve the transfer of ownership of retiring K-9, Ripp, #K157, to Officer Herrera, #B1555. Ripp is an 8 year old Belgian Malinois. In the last six months Ripp has shown a steady decline in physical being and unable to complete tasks he is asked to perform. Ripp has been diagnosed with arthritis in his spine, hips and rear legs. HIs condition is progressively getting worse causing an increase in his inability to perform the required tasks. The steady decline has been noticed during normal weekly training exercises. Due to on-going medical concerns and declining performance puts Ripp, officers and the public at risk of being severely injured. MCSO is requesting ownership be transferred to Officer Herrera. Officer Herrera has created a strong bond with Ripp over the years as his handler/partner and will accept full care and financial responsibility for Ripp upon adoption and will be asked to sign the Canine Release and Indemnification. THIS ITEM REQUIRES A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THE BOARD. (C-50-25-074-X-00)