Harris County K-9's career comes to an end after recent cancer diagnosis

K9 Violet's cancer diagnosis ends her career

Only on FOX, a recent cancer diagnosis is bringing a Precinct 1 K-9's career to an end. FOX 26's Randy Wallace was their for golden retriever Violet's last day on the job.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Wednesday was the last day on the job for an explosives and weapons-sniffing Golden Retriever named Violet.

"It's a bittersweet day," said Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen. 

K9 Violet's long career

The backstory:

Violet has been on the job for nine years, which is a long time for a K9 partner, Rosen said.

Violet

Violet's handler is Sgt. Justin Royall.

He estimates he and Violet have done 20,000 searches for bombs and weapons in Harris County and beyond during her career.

Violet diagnosed with cancer

Timeline:

Violet was recently diagnosed with cancer, and it appears to be spreading rapidly.

Royall says Violet had seizures during the night and feared she wouldn't make it for her last day, but she pulled through and was treated to cake and a big farewell.

What's next:

Violet will spend her final days with Royall, who's planning a lot of pickup truck rides and swimming trips.