The life of a retired police work dog

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Bessie, a retired New London Police work dog belonging to NLPD K9 Officer Jeffrey Nichols, adapts to family life with Nichols's family. Bessie officially retired from the NLPD on February 1st where her primary role was that of a tracking dog. Since that time Nichols has been working with, and training Bessie to transition from being a police work dog to a domestic pet.
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@ShakespeareCafe 4 жыл бұрын

Bessie's police report: Saw bad man Howled at bad man Took a nap End of report

@sadnesswithasideofsalt 4 жыл бұрын

Give her a promotion most hard work I’ve ever seen

@pork_soda6 4 жыл бұрын

good girl

@AMoreRaps 4 жыл бұрын

This dog does more work then the actual police do

@jmoa5758 4 жыл бұрын

"Fuk da polise" -BLM

@yeahyee4394 4 жыл бұрын

ShakespeareCafe best report ever

@carlhicksjr8401 4 жыл бұрын

"If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die just send me where they went." -- Will Rogers, American humorist

@bigdaddymike5225 4 жыл бұрын

Carl Hicks Jr amen

@baronvonjo1929 4 жыл бұрын

I want my pupper where ever I go. If they aren't there I'm not going.

@isitoveryet9525 4 жыл бұрын

This!!! This is exactly how I feel 😥

@bilindalaw-morley161 4 жыл бұрын

Carl Hicks Jr I’m not scared of death. And one of the bonuses is that I get to meet every pet that went over the rainbow bridge before me, and then we wait there for every fur-kid who was in my life when I died. And no, that’s not accepted doctrine. And no, I don’t care. I trust it will be that way. It makes as much sense as anything else.

@carlhicksjr8401 4 жыл бұрын

@@bilindalaw-morley161 So, I'm a combat veteran. All the time I've lived since I was 23 has been bonus time. I *do* appreciate that I've lived long enough to become a better man to and for those I love. I'm looking forward to seeing my old dogs if and/or when I get there. I hope they've had a great time since. They deserve it, even if I haven't always.

@dave1927p 4 жыл бұрын

i wish every police dog, military dog, and service dog get a retirement like Bessie.

@TheKkf1015 4 жыл бұрын

Most of them do. Typically when they hit 5 they'll retire out and live with their handler or get adopted.

@YaowBucketHEAD 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I wish every dog gets a good loving home with plenty of noms. Dogs are the best.

@christins.1481 4 жыл бұрын

The problem is if the handler died and wasn't a tracker, like a German Shepard. These dogs are more likely put down because many, many people just don't have that type of experience in handling these certain types of dogs. You literally need a certain type of skill to properly care for them mentally and many people just aren't up to par on it. Liking dogs don't count. You pretty much have to be a professional trainer and more. If the handler dies, the dog is screwed.

@Sascha42 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheKkf1015 absolute wrong. What is the source of this information? The most of those dogs end up in shelters and many of them will put down because nobody wants to adopt an old dog. The next problem is that the most people can't handle and control them. That's the reality!

@TheKkf1015 4 жыл бұрын

@@Sascha42 In 2000 Robby's Law was passed in the US. Before, you're correct that the majority of police and military working dogs were put down. Now, the vast majority are adopted by their handlers. Others are adopted to civilians who go through a long waiting process and are carefully screened to make sure they're suitable. Are there those who go to shelters? Yes. That's a sad reality for many animals who's owner bit off more than they could chew. My sources for this information? Multiple military sites that either feature the adoption process, Robby's Law, and former K9 co workers who did adopt their dog after they retired.

@Ninjapup402 4 жыл бұрын

Bessie said “arrrooooroooo” And I really felt that.

@thanoschips4393 4 жыл бұрын

Ninjapup402 “that hit deep, deeper than any blade”

@LokeronXAmor 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@AverageBrethren 4 жыл бұрын

I read your comment and saw bessie sitting still and I was like shes gonna make the noise... she did.

@anonymousbrooks8194 4 жыл бұрын

Ikr. Very inspiring.

@user-md3nv8he7x 4 жыл бұрын

You're also gonna be feeling this punch soon 👊

@Romanticoutlaw 4 жыл бұрын

she has such a big, brassy howl--no wonder some suspects just gave themselves up at the sound of her. It definitely triggers the "oh shit" part in my brain even though I love hounds

@lyncaho4507 4 жыл бұрын

🤭🤭😆👏👏👏👏 👍

@ledguerrilla3170 4 жыл бұрын

I actually find it very cute

@Whoopdido777 2 жыл бұрын

@@jakey_boss_so_cool Honestly the only time I ever hear dogs bark are little ones and when I’m not paying attention, they just startle me because their barks are so high pitched. There was one time though when my buddy brought his Great Dane over to my house. He was a very nice dog…no meanness in him at all. He was just really big. I had a small dog. An 18 lbs Tibetan Terrier. They were kind of playing around a little bit and then had a little stare down and the Great Dane let out a huge bark, again not to be mean, but he just barked. I’ll admit that it scared me a little bit and it definitely scared my dog. She tucked tail and ran away. After that, we decided that it would probably be best if the Great Dane didn’t come over again.

@believeinmatter 4 жыл бұрын

“Its a chainsaw on legs” You better believe that. *get on the ground*

@carlhicksjr8401 4 жыл бұрын

It's a pretty basic instinct for us ex-monkeys. More than just fear of pain, we have an inborn requirement to *avoid the predator* at all costs.

@enoughrope1638 4 жыл бұрын

@@carlhicksjr8401 We are the predator. Wild wolf packs actually avoid humans in the wild. People seem to forget our origins but us apes are vicious monsters capable of doing tremendous damage.

@somberflight 4 жыл бұрын

@@carlhicksjr8401 We were hunter gatherers. Hunters. Predators. We ourselves are predators... many people seem to forget that.

@carlhicksjr8401 4 жыл бұрын

@@somberflight Most monkeys are scavengers, whose carnivorous diet was mostly bugs, small vermin animals, and carrion; our Australopithecene ancestors were certainly so. We *evolved* into hunter-gatherers as a result of competition, environmental changes and predation. Paleontology believes that these pressures were the impetus towards intelligence for our species. There's a lot of behaviors we Homo Sapiens exhibit that people believe are 'perfectly rational' that are actually impulse imperatives that go all the way back to our monkey troop days.

@majorphysics3669 4 жыл бұрын

@@carlhicksjr8401 Also, if your with a group of people, a predator doesn't seem so scary, I feel me and 3 friends could take down a cougar or something with our bare hands, but alone? That's a big nope. Get someone alone with a predator and it all changes.

@greenqueen3843 4 жыл бұрын

Owner: " were just trying to find a happy medium for her so she can enjoy the rest of her retirement ". *cuts to dog passed out, snoring and face in the pillow*

@mareklindner9333 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think she found her happy medium xD

@IloveHirotaka 4 жыл бұрын

When she snored at the end, it made me really happy that she can relax. She’s so adorable.

@cocotaveras8975 4 жыл бұрын

Gisselle Agreed!

@Minceontoast2 4 жыл бұрын

LUV YOUR MJ PHOTO

@IloveHirotaka 4 жыл бұрын

Joe mama thank youu

@RubenGonzalez-gn6bb 4 жыл бұрын

I felt that

@cellogirl11rw55 3 жыл бұрын

She is! I love hound dogs!

@pchatt5238 4 жыл бұрын

Dog: retires... Me(a person): can't even get a job

@Hope-Truth-Light 4 жыл бұрын

Don't worry man it'll all work out

@jelma8442 4 жыл бұрын

Cringe

@HM-uu9ug 4 жыл бұрын

Lol bum

@foreverchristina1966 4 жыл бұрын

Sending a prayer for you to find an amazing job with everything you’ve ever dreamed 💯✨

@chuyistheshiz6811 4 жыл бұрын

Their are plenty of jobs hiring.

@vee1267 4 жыл бұрын

“Chainsaw on legs” is the best description of a pissed-off German Shepard I’ve ever heard lol

@madeliner1682 4 жыл бұрын

Then a Malinois would be a chainsaw with legs and wings

@cooldog8996 3 жыл бұрын

Then what are you going to call a pissed of Tibetan Mastiff?

@eliasjackson4145 4 жыл бұрын

"Shes a really good homedog." Damn straight.

@nothankyouYouTube420 4 жыл бұрын

Once had a K-9 office hit me with "POLICE WITH A K-9 COME OUT OR YOU'RE GONNA GET BIT" and it was a beagle :1

@Romanticoutlaw 4 жыл бұрын

to the officer's credit, beagles *are* little assholes (and I love them, having had two, but damn if they aren't obstinate)

@lyncaho4507 4 жыл бұрын

🤭🤭😆👍

@Taurineg 4 жыл бұрын

What did you do lmao

@DiggitySlice 4 жыл бұрын

You'd be able to tell from the noise they make ;)

@ithinkweregoingtoneedabigg8525 4 жыл бұрын

Romantic Outlaw I’ve had one, crazy smart but too smart for their own good. Tiny assholes

@philfree7119 4 жыл бұрын

Seeing her on those pillows, it look like she's found a happy place.

@rice6682 4 жыл бұрын

Just like humans when humans retire from work they miss the routine.

@Pimpdaddysloth 4 жыл бұрын

Why doesn’t he have the kid like hide toys around there property/house and then have her find them. That way she is still being active a for filling that drive to find things. Idk cute dog. Good video sorry for my lateness.

@booty_hunter4207 4 жыл бұрын

He could spend an hour hiding them all over and she would find them all in like 10 minutes. Not very good exercise for the dog either

@NegleLir 4 жыл бұрын

I use that trick with my indoor cats, and they have been retired ever since they were born. Sooo I know for a fact a retired POLICE dog wont find ANY happiness in that!!

@coleshields9037 4 жыл бұрын

booty_ hunter420 how is it not? I do these with my basset hound and it’s a good way to keep occupied, get his brain thinking. I like to think it is

@GoldenHeartbeat 4 жыл бұрын

@@NegleLir wait.. why would your experience with your cats imply that a police dog wouldn't appreciate it? Do your cats not like the game? Do they find it really easy?

@kylem1112 4 жыл бұрын

bessie girl is equipped with a nose 1000x more powerful than an average human.

@kylem1112 4 жыл бұрын

ha she looks just like ladybird from king of the hill

@jasoniacullo1613 4 жыл бұрын

kylem1112 brooo 😂

@ziggystardragon1120 4 жыл бұрын

Laaaaaaaaady Bird? ;p

@kylem1112 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is one of my most upvoted comments ever. haha Cheers to Ladybird i tell ya what.

@seth5265 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like I know you idk why 😂

@darrenheadrick3669 6 жыл бұрын

She may be retired but you can still work her through training. Have the kids play hide and seek in the woods. Fun for the kids and Bessy still gets to work.

@tarynkane9833 6 жыл бұрын

Darren Headrick That was what I said! Hopefully he sees some of these comments!

@victoriaroddam4997 4 жыл бұрын

Darren Headrick some k9s are trained to take down a fugitive, I don’t think he wants his kids accidentally bitten 😬

@tainapereira5809 4 жыл бұрын

Shes a bloodhound theyre not trained to take them down. Shes made to track people

@boahnation9932 4 жыл бұрын

She gonna bite the fuck out of em

@comradeurod9805 4 жыл бұрын

@@boahnation9932 as stated above, I don't think bloodhounds are specifally trained for biting

@tanyagarcia3721 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being patient with her when she was trying to transition into home and retirement life and even well into that

@carlokeshawn477 3 жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing????

@tanyagarcia3721 3 жыл бұрын

@@carlokeshawn477 good you

@tcmoto9172 4 жыл бұрын

When u said and she knows she’s not coming crushed me 😭

@fd3s17 6 жыл бұрын

shut up, im not crying!!! dogs are the best

@theliberallady1 6 жыл бұрын

abdel1988 the comment made me cry...

@deejay4368 6 жыл бұрын

Bugga..... ditto...... 😭😢

@karenacton3854 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!!

@carlfranz6805 4 жыл бұрын

I am...

@cocotaveras8975 4 жыл бұрын

abdel1988 Dogs AND CATS TOO, don't forget cats in that equation 😁😁.

@Jackasses 4 жыл бұрын

She's gorgeous, and a gift from the Gods. Please continue to make her feel needed.

@shielaaposaga9057 4 жыл бұрын

She deserves a good life after a retirement of service. I thankful that her handler adopted her.

@carlokeshawn477 3 жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing

@lhenkhantus2588 4 жыл бұрын

Kid: bessie girl! Bessie: WOOOOOOO!

@genessis43 4 жыл бұрын

Lhenkhantus a little boy and his loyal dog 💙💙

@susanwest6601 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service Bessie. God bless you and your family for loving her❤️👮‍♂️

@yodymendezvega5538 4 жыл бұрын

The goodest girl of all the good girls 🐶

@carlhicksjr8401 4 жыл бұрын

"The more people I learn about people, the more I like dogs." -- Mark Twain, American humorist; although this or something similar has been attributed to several people from about 1800 onwards.

@cynthiacrocker8215 4 жыл бұрын

I love that the video ends with the sound of her snoring...

@InhaleTheCEO 4 жыл бұрын

*“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself.” - Josh Billings*

@valdimedio5087 4 жыл бұрын

She's just adorable!! Everyone need a Bessie in their lives : )

@marycleveland540 6 жыл бұрын

Would she still be able to be used as a search and rescue dog? As for the car ride, maybe taking her for a car ride after your shift will give her a new habit to look forward to.

@scottwitkowski1298 6 жыл бұрын

Mary Cleveland My cousin has a retired k9 and working k9 unit. The retiree cries when he heads to work with new dog. But she just cant work anymore with hip displaysia.... The kids still play hide and seek with her, they never win. So I bet those retired dogs could still work if they needed to.

@ARPat2000 6 жыл бұрын

Mary Cleveland they still have the senses even if they are dulled, but the physical incapabilities or health risks are what I believe retire them, dogs grow very vulnerable as they age

@parley1994 6 жыл бұрын

If she's retired it's probably because she's too old to keep up with the physical demands of the work. But playing games where she has to use some of her training would help keep her mentally stimulated.

@thatlovelydancerIlao 6 жыл бұрын

Mary Cleveland that's a good idea

@debrapowell7299 6 жыл бұрын

Maybe she could hang out at the station during your workdays. Kind of a Walmart greeter!

@iansloan4261 6 жыл бұрын

So fortunate to have her as a member of the family full time now. She's a beautiful dog and she's obviously smart.

@shaunwhalen6653 4 жыл бұрын

She is the best. I love that she snores like my departed Sopa. I miss her

@comradeurod9805 4 жыл бұрын

She's always with you shaun :)

@rachelfajardo9640 4 жыл бұрын

Did you name your dog Soup?

@rizhrd181 4 жыл бұрын

When dog retires, keep taking the dog to walk daily or bring the dog with you in buying groceries or doing errands so dog would not feel the retirement. It's like shift of duty to a lighter tasks. The dog does not know that he/she is working as K9 it's a mere training & routine of each day activities... Dog could also the guard dog at home... Retrain the dog as guard dog at home... 🥰🤜🤛💖

@onlygunnar5812 4 жыл бұрын

She protecc She attacc But most importantly She take retired napp

@chichichi998 4 жыл бұрын

snoring dogs never fail to put a smile on my face :) Hope Bessie enjoys her retirement!!

@jupitersnoot4915 4 жыл бұрын

"She follows them around until they say hi to her" *my heart*

@andyg2456 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you showed that working dogs really do enjoy their jobs and miss it once they retire. It’s so annoying when people think I abuse my dog just because she has a job!

@tillytilford2158 6 жыл бұрын

Bless you young lady and thank you so much for your service. Enjoy retirement, you've earned it.

@Ravencall 4 ай бұрын

I was blessed to have a bloodhound for a few years. He was eight when I adopted him and 13 when he died of Lymphoma. I loved him so much! So did my neighbors even though his big bay (not howl) would reverberate through the whole neighborhood. Such a kind, lovable dog. ❤

@godloves1090 3 жыл бұрын

Man's best friend that will never let you down until their last breath. Even if you pass away before them, they will always be on your side by your casket. K9 saved so many lives for our troops, police, rescue and more. Thank you for the great video.

@SaltySirenFloriduh 4 жыл бұрын

2 seconds in and I already want to hug her😭🥰

@Dogsoverpeople 4 жыл бұрын

If this was my dog growing up I’d love playing hide and go seek and losing 😂😂😂

@vectorm4 4 жыл бұрын

I have heard that it breaks the dogs heart when the police/ handler leaves for work and makes the dog stay at home.

@jenhuffine7030 4 жыл бұрын

It breaks any dogs heart when you leave the house but we come home and you have to leave the house sometimes.

@red4253 4 жыл бұрын

Emma Smith holy fucking shit your right

@megacuck537 4 жыл бұрын

Now she is a precious pup and needs all the love and attention good pupper

@JonathanLundkvist 4 жыл бұрын

"Hey, Officer. If I can spent five minutes cuddling that dog, I give up. Deal?"

@cecorra 6 жыл бұрын

I rescue and foster bloodhounds. This was awesome. Glad she is going to have a great retirement. Too many of them don't.

@jeliarra 4 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't want to be in a world where I could not recognize the howl of a Blood Hound. Bless our canines!

@darrenheadrick3669 5 жыл бұрын

Four legs or two, we all need to feel like we're serving a purpose in life.

@frankchary9717 Жыл бұрын

First class retirement that dog is getting. The K9 earned every bit of it!😊❤😊❤

@bhmcrumbs1348 3 жыл бұрын

Dog's snore... best sound ever 🐾

@stacieherndon269 4 жыл бұрын

The family shows her so much love,she will be fine.playing in the woods looking for the kids was a good idea 👍

@jenniemoon974 6 жыл бұрын

Happy retirement doggo. 😘

@sophieandwayne 4 жыл бұрын

Well as a dog handler I am so pleased you preserved and ultimately kept her. I do have labradors but I know the routine you are saying about, it’s their world! But it was you that socialised a 4yr old which is sometimes impossible but you did it.

@sarahcavanaugh572 3 жыл бұрын

I thank you service and community too and police dog really sweet dog

@WorldsWorstBoy 4 жыл бұрын

What a sweet girl

@chrissoto7187 4 жыл бұрын

Had a basset who would use his sniffer to steal food he still has a mug shot on the air force base we used to live on. He broke into a construction site and stole a I’m guessing the foreman’s lunch since when he was found out everyone stopped what they where doing to try and catch him. No one did but it didn’t take the MPs long to figure out who did it😅

@hellothere9318 6 жыл бұрын

Her 😴💤💤💤💤💤snoring at the end 😊

@lauramahnken5549 6 жыл бұрын

You are a great partner to your canine and a great dog dad... She is going thru a life change, thank you for standing by her. Many cannot handle the difficulties that come with a working dog retiring. You are doing a great thing for her and your family.

@lisabolo26 4 жыл бұрын

The Snoring at the end is so cute!

@oppoandroidf1174 4 жыл бұрын

I love her especialy the howl...And I love that family....Making her as part of them...🙏👍👍👍👍💖👌👍💖💖

@sarahp8937 4 жыл бұрын

Added to my recommend two years later. No complaints here Bessie you beautiful baby.

@sharonsolana 6 жыл бұрын

Sweet dog!

@inekev6566 3 жыл бұрын

All this dogs need a loving warm home

@sickomode611 4 жыл бұрын

God bless Bessie! I hope she is doing well and safe! Enjoy your retirement Bessie! You sure earned it!

@FlyingSeaMan256 4 жыл бұрын

Her snoring just rounded off my whole week. Thank you for your service, both of you!

@Marie-ym4qt 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful beautiful soul. Enjoy your retirement Bessie. X

@tarncoleman7854 4 жыл бұрын

Your an amazing man for letting her retire with you thank you sooo much 🙏

@sheenawinfrey3133 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Officer Bessie for your service

@zgrillo2004 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you sir and the dog for your service. Greetings from central new york.

@deebo5475 4 жыл бұрын

So sweet....thank you two for your service....God bless...💖

@rebeccago158 2 жыл бұрын

Love to hear you’re dogs snoring good sounds

@4133EWvianen 6 жыл бұрын

Still a beautiful bloodhound. Take good care of her, she is precious!

@jacksagrafsky4936 5 жыл бұрын

Bless you Bessie. Thank you and all service dogs for your service. I'm not crying I have a piece of dust in my eyes.

@incognitomode3306 4 жыл бұрын

That's a hero finally experiencing family.

@rochelle123ist 4 жыл бұрын

Bessie is a good girl! Thank you for your service Bessie.

@thomasrobertson8109 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you Brother and pet.

@theridesharechaplain472 4 жыл бұрын

I think that's just awesome. What a great dog 🐕.

@alyssanicole8559 4 жыл бұрын

The snooring at the end 😍😍😍😍

@thegeekskitchen3088 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Bessie .. what a brave dog you are , enjoy your retirement days with your lovely family, Go to the park , play with other doggie friends or some mind games with family members ... lots of love :)

@stevelee4653 Жыл бұрын

old girl. relax and take it easy.. you done your work!! you Beautiful Hound!!!

@shannondominguez9725 Жыл бұрын

Usually once working dogs hit a certain age it’s time for them to retire police k9s hit 7-8 years old and that’s when they’re retired especially if it’s really physically tough work. Just like it can be with us the constant go go go activity can eventually wear down a pups body especially if it involves a lot of running and movement like tracking does;unfortunately also the bigger dog breeds normally used in police work definitely age faster than smaller dogs 8 years old and older they’re considered senior.

@NegleLir 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service!! Also to your hooman 😻

@Cormac11 4 жыл бұрын

Dad: *_Doesn't want dog_* Dad and the dog:

@ronaldverdegaal9078 4 жыл бұрын

I currently have a 4 month old German Shepard and I love him dearly

@sarahkattp 4 жыл бұрын

I swear retired police dogs are the sweetest creatures alive. My neighbor has his retired police dog and when I dogsit, she will make you pet her where she wants and will get upset if you ignore her 😂

@charylliss1472 6 жыл бұрын

Is there a way Bessie could have a post retirement career as a therapy dog, visiting veterans or nursing homes or kids hospitals?

@leomenchey3726 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for your service Bessie

@petranilla14 4 жыл бұрын

Her snoring is EVERYTHING !!!!! She tired !!!

@nicolepurcell157 5 жыл бұрын

Oh that howl when she see's her brother!

@karlfranz8345 4 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful old lady!

@elsjemassyn8921 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful dog 🐕 I am so happy she can retire at the home of the man who loves her ❤️

@juanita-zj2py Жыл бұрын

How sweet bless her heart💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

@officialnezquick 4 жыл бұрын

You did well Bessie, now you can live the rest of your life in peace 💕

@oldcrone 4 жыл бұрын

An angel.

@salvacionvacunawa6169 4 жыл бұрын

Oh he's retired And maybe feels, he's happy to be, with his, dad

@laur83 4 жыл бұрын

we must protect bessie at all costs

@thatlovelydancerIlao 6 жыл бұрын

Aww, even animals get hooked on having a purpose. God bless you all and your precious dog

@jamesrath25 4 жыл бұрын

She like my dog Katie the bloodhound. Katie does those same things. Blocks the door, bellows, barks, and medium to medium-high drive to sniff. She does not lick only stray lick if she really likes you or is very excited. Normally no licks.