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59. TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF RETIRING K-9 RALPH Approve the transfer of ownership of retiring K-9, Ralph #K158, to Deputy Drummond #S1998. Ralph is a five-year-old Belgian Malinois. Over the past few months, Deputy Drummond noticed inconsistencies with Ralph’s level of clarity and energy. He also noticed Ralph starting to be lethargic at home. Ralph began overheating during training and deployments and it took approximately 45 minutes for his body to return to the original internal temperature. Doctor visits revealed that Ralph was suffering from laryngeal paralysis and recommended Ralph be medically retired. MCSO is requesting ownership be transferred to Deputy Drummond. Deputy Drummond has created a strong bond with Ralph as his handler/partner and will accept full care and financial responsibility for Ralph upon adoption. Deputy Drummond will be asked to sign the Canine Release and Indemnification. THIS ITEM REQUIRES A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THE BOARD. (C-50-26-030-X-00)