Video: US Police Dog With Terminal Cancer Gets Final Salute

Candy joined the sheriff's office in 2014 and was the "first narcotics-detection dog", serving for nearly 10 years.

Candy, an 11-year-old police dog in Virginia, was honoured for her service after a terminal cancer diagnosis. The German shepherd specialised in narcotics detection and served the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office for nearly 10 years. Today, we pause and pay our respects to a remarkable member of the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office, K9 Candy. 🐾🫣 It's never easy to say goodbye, especially to one who has served with unwavering loyalty and courage. Candy wasn't just a dog; he was a dedicated officer, a fearless… pic.twitter.com/uN8U36wD6M

Candy joined the sheriff's office in 2014 and was the first narcotics-detection dog on the force. She quickly became a beloved member of the team, known for her dedication to her work and her love of play.

In recent months, Candy developed a limp and began to lose her appetite. Her handler, Master Deputy II Anthony Natalzia, initially attributed the changes to her age. But when Candy began throwing up, Natalzia knew something was wrong. Tests revealed that Candy had terminal cancer.