PDEA retires 9 narco detection dogs, opens adoption for ‘hero dogs’
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has retired nine of its Narcotic Detection Dogs (NDDs) and opened them for adoption as they transition from active duty to a quieter life outside service.
In a statement posted on its Facebook page, PDEA said the retired K9s will be placed in homes where they can receive proper care, attention and compassion after years of serving in anti-illegal drug operations.
The retired dogs — composed of five Belgian Malinois, three Jack Russell Terriers and one Labrador — have an average age of 12 years old, according to the agency.
PDEA said the K9s supported various operations nationwide, including jail facility inspections, search and seizure missions, interdiction activities, and checkpoint operations at airports, seaports and transport terminals.
“These K9s have been loyal partners in our mission against illegal drugs. Their courage, discipline, and dedication have saved countless lives and supported countless successful operations,” PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani Nerez said.
The agency said the retirement is part of its commitment to protect the welfare and dignity of the working dogs after years of public service.
“We owe these dogs more than gratitude. We owe them a safe, peaceful, and loving forever home where they can enjoy their remaining years in comfort,” Nerez said.
PDEA said the K9 Unit facility is not an ideal long-term environment for aging working dogs. The agency is now looking for families who can provide them with proper care, attention and a stress-free home.
Interested adopters must submit an application checklist and the required documents either through email at [email protected] or in person at the PDEA K9 Unit Facility in Sitio Lambakin, Barangay Sto. Cristo, City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan.
Applicants will undergo an initial review and interview before qualified adopters are matched with a retired K9.
PDEA said successful adopters will also be monitored after the turnover to ensure the continued health and well-being of the retired dogs.
“Our responsibility does not end at turnover. We will continue to ensure that our hero dogs are safe, healthy, and well cared for in their new homes,” the PDEA chief said.
The adoption profiles of the retired K9s were posted on PDEA’s official Facebook page to reach potential adopters.
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