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Watching the appalling video recently released has been upsetting at the least and shocking in its brutality.

Bob Loken was a beloved deputy who has left an indelible mark on both man and man’s best friend.

The release of the footage comes about a week after the man's attorneys announced their client had reached a $325,000 settlement agreement.

The release of the footage comes about a week after Brennan's attorneys announced their client had reached a $325,000 settlement agreement.

Two Dallas detectives searched a 25-year-old Chicago woman’s suitcase at Dallas Love Field Airport on Dec. 2 and seized more than $100,000 from the bag. […]

KALAMAZOO, MI – Two Kalamazoo Public Safety officers received $25,000 after reaching a settlement in a lawsuit against the city. Caleb Dumond and Heath Shoemaker were K-9 handlers with the department. They filed a lawsuit alleging they were suspended, and their dogs were taken away after they filed a complaint against the department.

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LEELANAU COUNTY, MI – The Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the death of its K-9, Nico. Greg Hornkohl, on Tuesday, just a few days short of his 11th birthday. “Nico was the first K-9 Leelanau County had after several years,” a Facebook post reads. “He touched the hearts of many community members and guests during his time in service. Several community members were leaving comments of support and shared memories of his impact in the community.

KEARNEY TOWNSHIP, MI -- A K-9 with the Antrim County Sheriff’s Canine team tracked down a suspect wanted for an alleged assault Wednesday night. According to the Antrim County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the home where the assault occurred during the evening hours. Following that search, a deputy with the sheriff’s K-9 team deployed K-9 officer Bricko who picked up the suspect’s trail underneath the residence. The home was described as a house trailer and the suspect was found hiding behind the trailer skirting at the base of the trailer, according to police. The suspect -- who is also on parole -- was then taken into custody without further incident and lodged at the Antrim County Jail.

MARQUETTE COUNTY, MI – An Upper Peninsula K-9 will now be safer on the job. K-9 Zepp, who faithfully serves the public for the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office, is the latest Michigan police dog to receive custom-made bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Lt. Richard J. Scott.” Scott is the late father of Sharon M. Peters, the donor who sponsored the vest. “Thank you, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and Sharon M. Peters, for keeping K9 Zepp safe,” deputies wrote on Facebook. Established in 2009, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.’s mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States.

SAGINAW, MI — The most recent furry and four-legged addition to the Saginaw Police Department is getting a protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation. Ares, a Belgian Malinois dog who joined the department’s ranks as a K-9 earlier this summer, is receiving a bullet- and stab-proof vest from Vested Interest in K9s, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit. The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. Ares is one of five K-9s with the Saginaw Police Department, the others being Cigan, Deebo, Harvey, and Mitch. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K-9s throughout the U.S.Vested Interest in K9s accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $960 will sponsor one vest.

GREEN LAKE TOWNSHIP, MI – A female black bear was euthanized over the weekend after it was injured in a hit-and-run car crash in Northern Michigan, authorities said. The bear suffered injuries to its hindlegs, which rendered them unusable, said Steve Griffith, wildlife biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The crash happened Sunday evening, Aug. 22, near the intersection of M-31 and South Long Lake Road in Grand Traverse County. The motorist who collided with the bear did not stop, but someone else called emergency responders regarding the injured animal, Griffith told MLive. It’s unclear whether or not the bear has cubs, Griffith said.

SPARTA, MI – Michigan’s apple harvest is expected to be smaller this year due to spring freezes that killed some of the fruit, The Associated Press reports. The state’s projected apple production is 18.25 million bushels, which is about 16% fewer than the 22 million harvested in 2020, the Michigan Apple Committee reported, citing a forecast from an industry trade show in Chicago. Temperatures were in the 20-degree range in some growing areas during April, killing some of the fruit despite frost protection tools and the tree’s natural defenses, said Diane Smith, executive director of the committee. “However, there will still be plenty of apples for consumers to enjoy this fall,” Smith said. READ MORE:Young Michigan police K-9 dies of heart attackMichigan heat rolls on, How long it will lastForever stamps price going up: Here’s how much and whenWildfire burns hundreds of acres on Michigan’s remote Isle Royale

OAKLAND COUNTY, MI – A 2-year-old Michigan police K-9 died of a heart attack earlier this month while cradled in the arms of his handler, FOX 66 reports. K-9 Riggs, of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, died on Aug. 13 while exercising with his handler, Deputy Harvey Wilson, at the Oakland University campus, the TV station reports. Riggs, a Dutch Shepherd born in the Netherlands, had been with the department since September. “He will be greatly missed.”A necropsy performed at Michigan State University revealed the cause of death, the report said. He appeared to be in good health up until the heart attack, suggesting a genetic defect may be to blame.

DETROIT – A 40-year-old Michigan man has been charged after a fiery car crash that killed a Michigan State Police K-9 and injured two women. The vehicle burst into flames after the crash, severely injuring Brown, and his passengers, a 28-year-old Detroit woman and a 29-year-old Oak Park woman. The MSP trooper suffered non-life-threatening leg injuries during the crash. However, MSP K-9 Rex died from severe leg and spine injuries after being taken to BluePearl Pet Hospital in Southfield. READ MORE:Michigan K-9 sniffs through beach sand to find woman’s lost wedding ringsMichigan K-9 deployed 512 times during long career dies one day after his 13th birthday

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K-9 Conley suffered puncture wounds to his leg but will be able to return to work at the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office

An Oakland County grandmother is suspected of abusing her grandchildren after a runaway 12-year-old boy she reported missing was found with injuries, police said.

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

“He licked her face and she gave him a big hug.”

Deputies said the K-9 dog alerted to drugs in a bedroom closet.

K-9 units are another tool officials use to save Arizonans during extreme heat.

OTSEGO COUNTY, MI – There’s a new K-9 team on the job in Northern Michigan. The Michigan State Police Seventh District Hometown Security Team announced the addition of trooper Michael Sinke and his partner, K-9 Macho, on Friday. Sinke is a 17-year veteran of the MSP and a graduate of the 120th Trooper Recruit School. He and his partner Macho transferred to the Seventh District from the Fifth District located in Paw Paw. Macho is trained in tracking, narcotics detection, article searches, obedience, and handler protection.

The Michigan State Police department is being sued for $1 million in connection with an arrest where a K-9 attacked a suspect for more than three minutes.

The dog’s handler has since been demoted.

The dog’s handler has since been demoted.

Thanks to the patience and vision of just the right humans, a Belgian Malinois named Arrow went from a New Jersey animal shelter to becoming a Pennsylvania police department’s first K-9 since the 1960s.

LAPEER COUNTY, MI -- A police K-9 helped tracked down a 25-year-old Sterling Heights man who stole a vehicle Sunday and led law enforcement on a 100-mile-per-hour chase across two counties. Dispatch reported that the vehicle was headed east on Interstate 69 at speeds of more100 MPH as it entered into Lapeer County, according to a Lapeer County Sheriff’s Department news release. Lapeer County Sheriff’s deputies then located the stolen vehicle headed east on I-69 near South Lapeer Road and attempted to perform a traffic stop. The Lapeer County Sheriff’s Office K-9 handler Deputy Frank Ruzika and partner Axel were able to track the suspect who had fled west through woods and a swamp, police said. Davison police responded to the scene and assumed possession of the stolen vehicle and took custody of the suspect.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI – An Upper Peninsula hospital was locked down for several hours on Monday after someone disguising their voice called in a bomb threat. According to Director of Police and Fire Services Edwin Mattson, the threat was reported at Dickinson County Healthcare System at 1721 S. Stephenson Avenue in Iron Mountain at 8:40 p.m. All responders cleared the scene by 2 a.m. on Tuesday and the hospital has since reopened. “We are thankful to law enforcement for their fast and thorough response to help us make sure our patients and staff are safe. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Iron Mountain Police Department by calling 906-774-1234.

HAZEL PARK, MI – A Michigan police department is mourning the death of its K-9 officer. K-9 Lando, a loyal member of the Hazel Park Police Department, was euthanized during surgery to remove a mass on Friday, April 2. According to the department, Lando was having trouble keeping food down and when an ultrasound revealed a mass, surgery was required. However, during surgery, veterinarians found that the cancer had overtaken his body and the decision was made to euthanize him. “Thank you Lando for your outstanding service to the city of Hazel Park and many other surrounding areas in your career that was cut way too short,” the post concludes.

On Saturday, the Hazel Park Police Department announced the unexpected death of its K-9 Dutch Shepherd named Lando.

KALAMZOO, MI-- The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) recently welcomed two furry members to the team. The two 18-month-olds, Groot, a German Shepherd and Sledge, a Dutch Shepherd started their initial eight-week training earlier this month for the specialty K-9 unit. Groot and Sledge will join six other canines the department has on staff, giving KDPS the ability to have a dog available 24/7, 365 days a year. RELATED: New Kalamazoo police dogs forging partnerships, picking up the scentKalamazoo Public Safety officers Max Houtman and Emily Weston are new to the KDPS K-9 unit. Houtman, in his second year, is paired with Sledge and Weston, a third-year officer, is teamed up with Groot.

EATON COUNTY, MI – An Eaton County Sheriff’s Office K-9 will have extra protection from harm. A bullet and stab protective vest was donated to help protect K-9 Roscoe, the sheriff’s office said. The vest is from the non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, with a sponsorship from Ray and Kathy Bozman of New Boston, Michigan, police said. When it arrives in eight to 10 weeks, it will be embroidered with “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always.”The body armor is custom fitted and made in the United States, police said. Read more from MLive:Jackson County man won’t get new hearing in sexual abuse case, high court saysResident saw flames shooting from windows of Jackson County house destroyed in fireFamily loses home, dog in Jackson County fireJackson man dies in single-car crash

MUNISING, MI – An Upper Peninsula community is mourning the loss of a beloved, longtime member of its city government. Shadow, dubbed the “City Kitty” because he lived in and around the city of Munising offices for more than 20 years, died this week in the U.P. Shadow enjoyed daily treats, regular pets and “all the naps in the sun he could handle, according to a post on the city’s Facebook page. He took part in many commission meetings over the years and was not afraid to take advantage of new people in attendance for pets. READ MORE:Grand Traverse County K-9 dies after short battle with cancerMichigan K-9 deployed 512 times during long career dies one day after his 13th birthdayBeloved two-toed sloth, Linus, dies after spending 38 years at John Ball Zoo

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, MI – A Northern Michigan sheriff’s department is mourning the loss of its beloved K-9. The Grand Traverse Sheriff’s Department announced that K-9 Cade died on Friday, March 5 after a year-long battle with cancer. RELATED: Michigan K-9 deployed 512 times during long career dies one day after his 13th birthday“He will be sorely missed,” a post on the department’s Facebook page reads. Cade was born November 27, 2015 and began service with the Grand Traverse Sheriff’s Office in December 2016 with his handler, deputy Mike Gray. He specialized in narcotics detection, tracking persons, criminal apprehension, and handler protection during his career with the department.

FILE - U.S. Army mobile equipment sits in a field in Yeoncheon, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Wednesday, June 17, 2020. The U.S. keeps about 28,000 troops in South Korea to help deter potential aggression from North Korea, a legacy of the 1950-53 Korean War. On Monday, the South Korea and U.S militaries kicked off annual military drills that would last for nine days. The big U.S. military presence in South Korea is a symbol of the countries’ alliance but also a source of long-running anti-American sentiments. ___Associated Press writer Hyung-jin Kim in Seoul, South Korea, contributed to this report.

South Korean army K-9 self-propelled howitzers take positions during the annual exercise in Paju, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Tuesday, June 23, 2020. A South Korean activist said Tuesday hundreds of thousands of leaflets had been launched by balloon across the border with North Korea overnight, after the North repeatedly warned it would retaliate against such actions. AdU.S.-South Korea drills have been a major source of animosities on the peninsula, with North Korea viewing them as invasion rehearsals and responding with its own weapons tests. In January, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urged the U.S. to withdraw its hostile policy and South Korea to end drills with the U.S., warning the fate of their relations with North Korea depends on how they behave. The government of South Korean President Moon Jae-in, which facilitated the early part of the U.S.-North Korea talks, has been calling for the diplomacy’s restart and greater inter-Korean ties.

LANSING, Mich. – Disturbing video of an arrest near Lansing has led to criminal charges against a state trooper over how he handled his police dog. Parker Surbrook joined the Michigan State Police in 2012 and worked his way up to becoming a K-9 handler. The dashcam footage shows Surbook’s K-9 was on the suspect for more than 3 and a half minutes while the man pleaded for the trooper to pull the dog off. AdThe driver pleads for Surbrook to remove the dog and said his leg is broken. After reviewing the video, Surbrook was charged with one count of felonious assault.

Parker Surbrook, 33, was arraigned March 5, on one count of felonious assault in 54-A District Court in Ingham County, police said. His hip was broken, according to an MSP investigation into the incident. It’s normal to leave a K-9 on a person until a second suspect in an incident is in custody, according to the report. This makes Trooper Surbrook’s disregard of the driver’s pleas for help totally unacceptable.”Read the MSP investigation report here. Michigan economist says mortality data should determine reopeningPlastic sheeting and hockey-style penalty boxes: What jury trials will look like in Michigan courtroomsThese 682 Michigan businesses won grants in first-come, first-served virtual scramble

KALKASKA COUNTY, MI – A Northern Michigan sheriff’s department is mourning the loss of its longtime K-9. The duo graduated K-9 school in October 2009. Roslan worked for the department from 2009 until 2016 where he was deployed 512 times for a wide variety of calls. “K-9 Roslan enjoyed boating, camping, family vacations, playing with the other dogs and never shying away from fetching his tennis ball,” deputies wrote on Facebook. “K-9 Roslan, we thank you for your service to the community of Kalkaska.

___HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PRESIDENT-ELECT JOE BIDEN’S INAUGURATION:President-elect Joe Biden appeared at a memorial for COVID-19 victims at the Lincoln Memorial on Tuesday evening. ___4:45 p.m.President Donald Trump does not mention his successor, Democrat Joe Biden, by name in his farewell address. A person familiar with Pence’s schedule cited “logistical challenges” in getting from the air base to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration ceremonies on Wednesday. The information was passed from the National Guard Bureau to the D.C. National Guard. ___10:45 a.m.Three new Democratic senators are set to be sworn into office after President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration Wednesday.

He said he fled from his bed while being treated at Mamuju’s Mitra Manakarra hospital, which was flattened by the quake. The governor's office building was almost flattened by the quake and a shopping mall was reduced to a crumpled hulk. The disaster agency said the army corps of engineers cleared the road connecting Mamuju and Majene that had been blocked by landslides. More than 4,000 people were killed, including many who were buried when whole neighborhoods were swallowed in the falling ground. A massive magnitude 9.1 earthquake off Sumatra island in western Indonesia in December 2004 triggered a tsunami that killed 230,000 people in a dozen countries.

SAGINAW, MI - The Saginaw Police Department is getting a new K-9 to specialize in comforting cuddles instead of tracking down and stopping crime. The Saginaw City Council unanimously approved an adoption agreement for a therapy dog for the Saginaw Police Department’s Victim Services Unit (VSU) during a virtual meeting on Monday, Dec. 21. Reba is expected work her way up to obtaining certification from Therapy Dog International. In the meantime, she will be assimilated into the Police Department’s physical building and will gradually meet department members. The pup will not receive the same training nor be used in the same manner as patrol K-9s, according to the City of Saginaw.

The department in October put one of its K-9 handlers on paid administrative leave after her partner ran away from her twice in three days. That K-9 was the second partner assigned to that officer in eight months, after her first K-9 was diagnosed with laryngeal paralysis and exchanged for the second.

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Oct. 22 was photo day at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. He always looks good, but turned up his game even more for picture day, posing in his handler’s uniform complete with a tie, badge and commendations. The photo of Chico in uniform has since gone viral, having been shared more than 10,000 times. “This photo has generated a beautiful response from our community and the nation,” Myers said. “Members of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office are proud to see K-9 Chico’s hard work as a patrol dog celebrated by such a wide audience.”What a good boy.

SELMA TOWNSHIP, Mich. A 71-year-old man who went missing Friday afternoon was discovered in northern Michigan woods early Saturday morning. Police said a 71-year-old man left his home at about 3 p.m. for a daily walk and never returned. The Michigan State Police Cadillac Post K-9 Team was asked to help locate the missing man and started searching just before midnight. The man was found by dogs at about 1 a.m. Police said he was unconscious and extremely cold, so authorities wrapped him in emergency blankets. MORE: Missing in Michigan

A police K-9 walks outside the Merrimack County correctional facility, Friday, July 3, 2020 , in Boscowen N.H., where Ghislaine Maxwell was being held after her arrest Thursday at a wooded estate in Bradford, N.H. The British socialite faces charges she helped lure at least three girls one as young as 14 to be sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

A police K-9 walks outside the Merrimack County correctional facility, Friday, July 3, 2020 , in Boscowen N.H., where Ghislaine Maxwell was being held after her arrest Thursday at a wooded estate in Bradford, N.H. The British socialite faces charges she helped lure at least three girls one as young as 14 to be sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Police find bag, high-powered rifle, list of cities inside Greektown Casino HotelPublished: February 18, 2020, 5:09 pmDetroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities.

DETROIT – Detroit police arrested two people and recovered a weapon Tuesday at the Greektown Casino hotel, according to authorities. UPDATE: Ohio man charged days after weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel in DetroitRELATED: Detroit police arrest 2 men after high-powered weapon found at Greektown Casino Hotel, chief saysTwo young men were taken into custody, Detroit police Chief James Craig said. Officials found a high-powered weapon inside a bag at the casino and recovered the weapon, according to Craig. Several police cars were parked in front of the Greektown Hotel. Stay with Local 4 as we track this story.

GARDEN CITY, Mich. – A fundraiser helped purchase a body armor vest for Garden City’s police K-9, Rudy. The Garden City Kiwanis hosted the special fundraiser to get Rudy the vest. He was presented with his new gear Monday. RELATED: Meet Zeke, the Wayne Police Department’s new therapy dogThe dog is a staple of the city’s police department. He attends many community events and even dons a bow tie at the high school’s prom each year.

WAYNE, Mich. – The Wayne Police Department’s newest team member has four legs, but he isn’t a K-9 officer. The department recently got Zeke, a therapy dog. He received 24 weeks of obedience training to be qualified for the role. Therapy dogs must also undergo obedience testing, veterinarian certification and observation from trained testers in various settings, the department said. Zeke lives with Chief Ryan Strong, who paid for training, supplies, veterinarian visits and membership to the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

TROY, Mich. – Troy police praised K-9 Bruiser for locating missing people. Police said the dog found two different endangered missing people in the past two weeks. A missing person is considered endangered if they are in immediate danger due to health or other circumstances.

WAYNE, Mich. - A man is facing charges after Wayne police were called Monday about someone shooting a gun. Police said Patrick Walsh Jr., 33, was shooting a gun in the 35000 block of Brush Street then fled the scene on foot. A Westland police K-9 helped track down Walsh at a nearby home, police said. During a search of the home, police said they found the handgun Walsh had fired. Walsh is charged with three counts of felonious assault and three counts of felony firearm.

CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Police are investigating after a Fifth Third Bank in Chesterfield Township was robbed Wednesday at 2:35 p.m.Police said the robber fled the bank on foot with an unknown amount of cash. The Chesterfield Township Police Department used a K-9 unit to search the area for the suspect, but was not successful. The police department's detective bureau and the FBI are investigating this robbery and a previous bank robbery that occurred in Chesterfield Township at a Citizens Bank on Oct. 2. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chesterfield Township Police Department at 586-949-2322, Detective Craig Suppon at 586-949-2925, Detective Jason Dawidowicz at 586-949-4265, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

CNNANAHEIM, California (CNN) - An Anaheim police K-9 was attacked by a pit bull Wednesday while taking part in a search for a stabbing suspect, KCAL reported. Daron Wyatt, the incident began just before noon as officers were searching for a stabbing suspect. He eventually came out, but so did a large pit bull, which charged the K-9, prompting an officer to use a Taser gun on the pit bull in order to subdue it. The pit bull was turned over to Orange County Animal Care. The man taken into custody is not believed to be connected to the stabbing, Wyatt said.

ROYAL OAK, Mich. - Ryker, a Royal Oak police K-9, is retiring after spending seven years with the department. The dog started with his handler, Officer Richard Chipman, in 2012. The dog will be replaced by Conan, a 1 1/2-year-old Belgian Malinois and German shepherd mix that was raised in Hungary Conan will work with Officer Kevin Cavanagh after the pair attend the Patrol Dog Academy. Ryker's replacement, Conan. (WDIV)Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

GROSSE ILE, Mich. - Police are looking for a missing mother of three from Grosse Ile. Christine Carol Chiles, 51, was last seen at about 4 a.m. Friday, police said. "I appreciate people volunteering to help us locate her," said Grosse Ile police Lt. Kenneth Pelland. Anyone with information on Chiles' whereabouts is asked to contact the Grosse Ile Police Department at 734-676-7100. Christine Carol Chiles (WDIV)Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

DETROIT - Michigan State Police troopers apprehended a suspected car thief Thursday. According to authorities, no one was injured and there was no damage done to any property. Police used a helicopter, thermal imaging and K-9 units to track the suspect to a tree he was hiding in. Video of the pursuit and arrest can be seen above. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

DETROIT – A Wayne State University police officer who died after being shot was honored at the Detroit Lions game Thursday. Officer Collin Rose and his K-9 partner, Wolverine, were a member of the Ford Field Explosives Detection Team, Local 4 News has learned. The Lions paid a tribute to Rose before Thursday's game. "We now ask you to observe a moment of silence in honor of Officer Collin Rose," the stadium announcer said at the game. Related: Wayne State police officer dies after being shot in head

An 11-year-old girl was so saddened by the death of the Canton Police Department's K-9 officer Jethro, she decided to donate her allowance to the authorities.

K-9 caught in love triangle with cop and war vet U.S. Marine combat veteran Jared Heine and a Virginia Capitol Police officer both share a special bond with a life-saving dog named Spike. But would the officer be willing to suffer heartbreak and return Spike to Heine? Chip Reid has the story.

2/11: Obama seeks congressional war authorization against ISIS; K-9 caught in love triangle with cop and war vet President Obama asked Congress to become his full partner in the war against the terrorists responsible for the death of Kayla Mueller and countless other innocent people; and, U.S. Marine combat veteran Jared Heine and a Virginia Capitol Police officer both share a special bond with a life-saving dog named Spike.