Cortland Police Announce Retirement of Canine Max – Walk-Out Ceremony Wednesday

City of Cortland Police Chief David Guerrera has announced the retirement of Police Canine Max. The announcement comes following a recent chronic health diagnosis. Canine Max has served the Cortland Police Department since his certification on September 19, 2023.

“Throughout his service, Max demonstrated exceptional dedication and faithfully served the department with honor and distinction.” Chief Guerrera said.

Canine Max has been with Officer Perkins’ during his time with Cortland Police. Cortland Police will honor Canine Max with a retirement walk-out ceremony tomorrow, Wednesday at 2:45 pm. For those who wish to attend are asked by Cortland Police to gather in the police department parking lot off of Court Street by 2:30 pm, attendees will be placed in formation prior to the start of the ceremony.

Following the ceremony, Chief Guerrera says guests will be invited to attend a gathering inside the fire department where an opportunity to meet Canine Max and handler, Officer Perkins.