046-09RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CANINE USE IN CRIME PREVENTION IN
HONOR OF JOG — EXPLOSIVES DETECTION K -9
FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the first official use of canines for police service took place in Ghent, Belgium
in the 1890's; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Sheriff's Department utilizes canines in a variety of
capacities including explosives and narcotics detection; and
WHEREAS, Jog was purchased by the Frederick County Sheriff's Department to be trained
as an Explosives Detection Canine
WHEREAS, in October 2001, Jog attained his National Certification as an Explosives
Detection Dog through the American Society of Canine Trainers and has maintained this distinction
until his retirement on January 31, 2009; and
WHEREAS, during his careet, Jog has responded to approximately 200 calls ranging from
bomb threats and suspicious packages to finding weapons and .shell casings at crime scenes and
earned a reputation as a dependable reliable Explosives Detection canine; and
WHEREAS, in addition to ]vs regular duties, Jog has protected the citizens and visitors
during the Shenandoah Apple Blossoiri Festival by searching celebrity vehicles and public areas prior
to each event, often working 14 hour, days; and
WHEREAS, Jog has been utilized in surrounding counties and worked with various law
enforcement agencies, including FBI; CIA, ATF, and U.S. Marshals to name a few.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors acknowledges the successful and valuable use of canines in crime prevention and wishes
Jog the best in his retirement with kind and humane treatment for the rest of his life in appreciation
for the lasting impression he made on everyone who was fortunate enough to have met him and
benefited from his service; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a true copy of this resolution be presented to Jog
and his Handler, Deputy John Piccione.
ADOPTED this 251h day of February, 2009.
Richard C. Shickle
Chairman
Gene E. Fisher
Shawnee District Supervisor
Gary W. Dove
Gainesboro District Supervisor
Bill M. Ewing
Opequon District Supervisor
Gary A. Lofton
Back Creek District Supervisor
Philip A. Lemieux
Red Bud District Supervisor
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Stonewall District Supervisor
John R. Riley, Jr.
Clerk
Resolution No.:046 -09