With broken hearts and immense gratitude, we say goodbye to one of our bravest – K9 Hamilton, lovingly known as Hammy.🐾
For seven unforgettable years, Hammy wasn’t just a K9 officer with the Baytown Police Department (TX) — he was a protector, a teammate, and above all, family.
Trained as a bloodhound with an unmatched nose and an even bigger heart, Hammy began his journey in 2018 with Officer Lambert by his side. In 2020, he found a new partner in K9 Officer Grant, and the two quickly became inseparable — a duo forged in trust, purpose, and countless missions.
But Hammy wasn’t just good at his job — he was extraordinary.
On May 8th, Hammy was taken to the vet after showing sudden signs of illness. The diagnosis? Advanced heart cancer. With heavy hearts and loving arms around him, the difficult decision was made to let him rest — free from pain, surrounded by the very people he loved and served so fiercely.
But here’s what makes Hammy unforgettable:
Just one day before, on May 7th, Hammy was out in the field doing what he did best. He helped locate a missing elderly man with dementia, found alive in a muddy ditch thanks to Hammy’s powerful instincts and relentless spirit. That mission, completed with quiet courage, would be his last act of service — and it saved a life.
He worked until his final day.
🐕🦺 Hammy was never “just a dog.” He was a loyal partner, a gentle soul, and a true hero with fur and four paws. He brought comfort to his team, smiles to the community, and hope in moments of fear. His legacy is one of bravery, devotion, and love that crossed the leash line.
Please keep Officer Grant, his family, and our entire K9 unit in your thoughts as we mourn not just the loss of a partner, but of a best friend.
✨ Rest easy, Hammy.
You served with honor.
You loved without limits.
And you will never be forgotten.
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