Explosive Detection Dog Retires, Recognized With His Own Day

DENVER (CBS4) – After a successful career, one explosive detection dog is ready for more naps and rest time.
Rex has been with the Denver Sheriff Department for six years. The City of Denver honored Rex’s career with a retirement ceremony on Wednesday.
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“I do by officially proclaim March 14 … to be K9 Rex Day in Denver, Colorado,” Mayor Michael Hancock said at the ceremony.
Rex has had a very active career, including assignm