PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Rhode Island dog whose inspiring story of going from shelter dog to lifesaving police K-9 became the subject of a recent Netflix movie has been euthanized.
State Police said Sunday K-9 Ruby was put down Friday following a “sudden, acute, and untreatable illness.” She was 11 years old.
We’re saddened to announce the passing of K-9 Ruby following a sudden, acute, and untreatable illness. Ruby was rescued from the RISPCA & served admirably for 11 yrs. Please keep Cpl O’Neil, his family, and the K-9 family in your thoughts. Press release: https://t.co/ZQNkz6uCKl pic.twitter.com/QUALPchTdW
— RI State Police (@RIStatePolice) May 15, 2022
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