Former OPP canine Maximus adjusting to retirement
It looks like former OPP canine Maximus is living his best life during the first week of retirement.
After seven years of service, nine-year-old Maximus retired last Tuesday and was adopted by his handler Sgt. Milan Matovski.
OPP posted a picture of Maximus adjusting to retirement on Sunday, enjoying goodies that he received during his retirement celebration. Police are thanking Pet Valu Belle River and Rowdy's Raw Dog Food for their support of Maximus.
The only thing Maximus has to worry about now is learning how to have fun.
“I let him in the house and it was like a tornado,” Matovski said at the dog’s retirement party. “He went into drug search mode and thinks he's searching for crack. I think he will get used to the luxurious life in a few days.”Legendary Essex County OPP canine 'Maximus' retired from the service pictured with his handler Milan Matovski in Tecumseh, Ont. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. (Sijia Liu/CTV News Windsor)
He is a Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd mix and joined the OPP in 2016 when he was two.
Maximus is being credited with 204 catches throughout his career, from sniffing out narcotics to apprehending suspects. He is being called the ‘most successful’ general service canine in the OPP.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
BREAKING 'The best that we can be': Indigenous judge and TRC chair Murray Sinclair dies at 73
Murray Sinclair, who was born when Indigenous people did not yet have the right to vote, grew up to become one of the most decorated and influential people to work in Indigenous justice and advocacy.
India's Modi condemns attack on Hindu temple in Canada
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned a 'deliberate attack' on a Hindu temple in Canada, saying on Monday that he expected the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.
'Changed my life': This Canadian woman was struggling with multiple chronic health problems. A diabetes program changed everything
A year ago, Lorraine O'Quinn was coping with stress, chronic illness and Type 2 diabetes. Then she discovered a health program that she says changed her life.
Frustration over Mideast war in America's largest Arab-majority city may push some away from Democrats
As an ongoing part of Omar on the Road: America Decides 2024, CTV National News visited the University of Michigan-Dearborn campus to talk to Arab-American students about why they’re feeling left out of the Democrats’ tent.
3 people arrested after incident during protest at Hindu temple in Brampton, Ont.: Peel police
Peel Regional Police say three people are in custody as they continue to investigate an incident during a demonstration at a Hindu temple in Brampton on Sunday.
Police arrest Netanyahu aide as opponents accuse him of leaking intelligence to thwart Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
Israeli police have arrested a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over allegedly leaking classified information to foreign media.
Ikea will pay 6 million euros to East German prisoners forced to build their furniture in landmark move
Furniture giant Ikea has agreed to pay 6 million euros (US$6.5 million) towards a government fund compensating victims of forced labour under Germany's communist dictatorship, in a move campaigners hope will pressure other companies to follow.
Candlelight vigil held outside Halifax Walmart where employee was found dead
Hundreds of mourners took part in a candlelight vigil Sunday night for a young woman who was found dead at a Halifax Walmart last month.
Where should Canada look to improve its housing situation? The answer may shock you
Housing experts argue widespread adoption of government-supported affordable housing, the growth of alternative models like co-operatives and co-housing, and the increased use of advanced building techniques could all play a role in improving Canada's housing system.