K9 Ozzy and Trooper Richard Elliot

K-9 Ozzy retired early due to a genetic back problem. K-9 Ozzy served for approximately 3 1/2 years in the Tallahassee, Florida area and was assigned to Troop H. He was responsible for the seizure of approximately 75 pounds of marijuana, 5 kilos of cocaine, $200,000 in U.S. currency and $148,000 in counterfeit traveler's checks. Ozzy has tracked several fleeing felons and apprehended several suspects.

K-9 Ozzy lives with the Elliot family and continues to be a devoted partner, friend and pet.

I GAVE MY BEST

I am a Trooper in a canine crew.
I have been trained to see it through.
When danger is near my ears perk up.
They taught me that when I was a pup.
I am often there to protect your rights,
My presence sometimes hinders fights,
I never attack with thought to kill,
When subduing one, my job I fulfill.
I never worry a single thought,
As to how I will fare at a certain spot.
The love I have for a handler's care,
Is all I need, each day to fare.
And if some day my luck turns bad,
I will relish the joys I have ever had.
To be with men who stand for good,
In a special kind of "brotherhood."
The story's end by now you know,
Of how I tried for a better show,
When I was called and I gave my all.

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