Police K-9 memorial in the works, officer shares 'incredible' bond with fallen dog

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Cedar Park K-9 Officer Justin Gower lost his K-9, Rogue, in the line of duty in 2021.

He said Rogue had a rare disease that goes undetected until acute symptoms arise, and it's typically too late. Rogue died during a training exercise.

"We spend more time with our dogs than we do with our families, so our bond that we have is incredible," he said.

• Officer Gower at the memorial for K-9 Rogue. (Courtesy: Cedar Park Police Department)
• Officer Gower and K-9 Rogue.