Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Officer Longbehn,
I am a retired L.A. County Deputy living in Denver Colorado. Sorry for your loss, and know that it will be tough to start with a new partner.

I have a GSD will be 2 years in May out of top working lines from the Kraftwerks kennel in Washington state. I had begun Schutzhund Training, but for the past two months have not been working my dog. He is not happy about that... This dog is one of the highest drive dogs that you will find, acts like a Malanois. I tried to obtain a BH in October, failed, and the judge told everyone there that "Visto" was the best dog at the trial and went on and on...

I paid $3,000. he is top quality, and would need probably 3 months training, which I know a Denver PD K-9 guy who is a K-9 consultant that could turn him into a top law enforcement dog. Your department would have to pay the trainer, but I would donate the dog.

He actually looks like Kody, and will make Kody proud. Let me know if you are interested and we will make it happen. My dog was born to "bite" and I want him to be happy he deserves it. PLEASE contact me ASAP if interested.

Ron Payne, Retired Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff

February 13, 2013

K9 Kody, Thank you for your service.
Officer Longbehn, My thoughts are with you and your family.

Brenda Huggins

February 13, 2013

RIP K9 Kody. Thank You for your years of service. Your families and community will miss you greatly. Run Free and eat all the steak you want! The KONG's are endless in heaven for you!
Hugs to your family ...

Former Dispatcher
EPD

February 13, 2013

You can now begin your watch in heaven my K9 friend. I am willing to bet the job will be easier there...... RIP K9 Kody.

K9 Handler
Central Florida

February 13, 2013

SO very sad for the loss of this very valuable and heroic canine.

Laura

February 13, 2013

RIP K9 Kody, thank you for your gallant service. Ofc Longbehn and the brothers of SPPD, I am sorry for your loss…. Godspeed to you all!

Sgt. Glenn Hampton/K9 Jorik
Henry County Sheriff's Office/IL

February 13, 2013

My heart breaks for your partner and family. God bless you, little brother, your work down here is done. Keep an eye on us from up there.

Fellow Minnesota Officer

February 13, 2013

Officer Longbehn, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your K-9 partner Kody.... Many prayers are with you, the Longbehn family and SPPD.

Joy Adams
Burnsville MN
Futue LEO

February 13, 2013

Your partner gave his life in the line of duty................All K9s should be honored for their service.

Corrections Officer
Colorado River Indian Tribes Police Dept Detention Facility.

February 13, 2013

Rest in peace Kody, your watch is complete. Rest well in knowing what a great job you did and that you served with honor unknown by most humans. Look down over your partner and ease their heart as they grieve and remember the light you shared.

LT Michael McLain
Ft Riley Police

February 13, 2013

Rest well my K-9 brother for your sacrifice was not in vain. As you take the watch in heaven we'll take care of it down here. May God bless the family both physical and law enforcement with peace and comfort.

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
Rev. Carlos Stapleton
Chaplain, Jackson Co. TN SO

February 13, 2013

K9 Kody, my pack and I mourn your death and praise your bravery. You did your job and rid the streets of a dangerous criminal, you are a K9 hero. To your master/handler, we are so very sorry for the loss of your best friend.

My pack and I salute you!!

Police Tech. David Cowden
Denver Police Dept.

February 13, 2013

Was so sorry to hear about Kody! He died doing his job that he loved. Tom you and the Department are in my thoughts and prayers. I know Kody was just another part of you and know that he loved and respected you. Take Care and Thank You for keeping us all safe!

Marilyn

February 13, 2013

I know nothing can be done as the susect was shot to death but if it makes things any better here in Canada anyone who injures or kills a K9 police officer and they survive (THE CRIMINL) they are charged with a murder. We have laws that make the police dogs have the same as a police offier. We have in the past few years had some of the police dogs waring bullett proof vests which has also helped them. REP Kody and know you served man kind well. My thoughts go out to Kodys handler. This must be a difficult time for you.

Donna
Facebook Follower

February 12, 2013

Thank you for your service, Kody. Godspeed. Thoughts and prayers with the Longbehns and the SPPD.

Anonymous

February 12, 2013

So sorry for the loss of this brave K9. My condolences to his handler. I know how hard it is to lose your partner.

Sgt. Barb Beland
Monroe Co. Sheriff's Office

February 12, 2013

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose, all that we love deeply becomes a part of us ~ Helen Keller"
My heart goes out to Officer Longbehn, his family and the entire St. Paul Police Department.

Wife to Officer, Sister to K-9 officer

February 12, 2013

Thank you for your service, Kody. Run free at the Rainbow Bridge. You are a hero

Anne Straubel, K-9 Handler

February 12, 2013

Godspeed, good and faithful servant. You play now in fields of green with other beloved animals.

Sally A Cedotal
None

February 12, 2013

May God put his loving arms around Kody's handler and partner giving him the strength, courage and wisdom to get through this terrible incident.

Major Walter R. Landrum (Retired 2012)
Bainbridge Public Safety Department

February 12, 2013

RIP Kody.

Lynn Cronquist
Minneapolis PD

February 12, 2013

Thanks for your service Kody you are now patroling the streets of Gold. Prayers to his partner and the St. Paul Police Dept.

Patty Morgan
Wife

February 12, 2013

RIP Kody. Thank you for your service. May your family and friends find peace knowing you will never be forgotten.

Detective Laura Price
Island County Sheriff

February 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to Kody's partner and the department.

C/O C. Berridge
Amtrak Police

February 12, 2013

Stories like this break my heart. My thoughts are with the SPPD and all those who loved K9 Kody. He will surely be missed more than words can express. Rest in peace Kody, you will be sorely missed.

Amanda Yeager

February 12, 2013