Pepper

Handler: Ivette Perez
Breed: German Shepard
DOB: 10/28/2010
Department: Cook County Sheriff’s Office
Function: Patrol
Years Worked: 3/1/2012 – 2/9/2022

Ofc. K9 Pepper Perez was born in Germany on October 28th, 2010. She started with the Cook County Sheriff’s Department in March of 2012, and was retired in February of 2022, due to her chronic hip dysplasia. She was patrol narcotics, and was certified in area searches, articles, handler protection, narcotics, obedience, and tracking.

Pepper loved her job!!! She was super sad when it was time for her retirement. Especially when I brought her new baby brother home (my new partner), Furi Perez. As aggressive as she could be, she was always so sweet, and was loved by so many!!! She loved children, but pretty much loved everyone who wasn’t the bad guy. I can honestly say, my pretty girl is finally enjoying her retirement, and her new brother. She was definitely one of the best partners ever!!!