New fauna on the force: Halifax police horse and two service dogs sworn in
HALIFAX, N.S. — The spotlight was on the animals of the Halifax Regional Police as it welcomed three new members to its ranks: police horse Jewelz and police service dogs Cain and Kron.
Jewelz, an eight-year-old Percheron thoroughbred gelding, stands out as the only police horse in service with the HRP. Known for his gentle nature and adeptness at maneuvering through traffic, Jewelz — named so in memory of six fallen officers — brings a special touch to the force.
The officers are John McNutt, Roy JEnnex, MattheW Gardiner, Eric Spicer, Charles FuLton and Ziggy Holton. More information on these officers and their sacrifice is available on the HRP’s website.
Cain, the 13-month-old K-9 recruit, hails from Slovakia and joined the Halifax team in April 2023. After completing general service dog training, he eagerly took on his first shift on Sept. 20, under the guidance of his handler, Const. Joey Malcolm.
Kron, at three years old, completed his general service dog training in winter 2022 and has been actively serving the community since April 2022 alongside his handler, Const. Andrew Joudrey. These skilled canines are trained in tracking, obedience, evidence searching, building searches and criminal apprehension.
While the day was about new beginnings, it was also an emotional farewell as HRP celebrated the retirement of police service dog Casey after seven outstanding years of service.
Born in Slovakia on May 10, 2014, the German Shepherd arrived in Halifax in 2015 and was partnered with her handler, Const. Joey Malcolm. Throughout her career, Casey made significant contributions, including locating missing people and crucial evidence. Her proudest moment came when she tracked and apprehended a suspect involved in the stabbing of an HRP officer.
As she steps into retirement, Casey will be cherished as a family pet in the care of Const. Malcolm.
