Canine deputy euthanized after sudden illness

Sheriff's deputy John Lancoct and his former canine partner, Klaus, take a rest earlier this year. Top right: Lancoct and Klaus, who was euthanized following a sudden illness, presented demonstrations at community events, including the Kenosha County Fair (Earlene Frederick Photos/The Report).
Sheriff’s deputy John Lancoct and his former canine partner, Klaus, take a rest earlier this year. Top right: Lancoct and Klaus, who was euthanized following a sudden illness, presented demonstrations at community events, including the Kenosha County Fair (Earlene Frederick Photos/The Report).

Klaus served the community for five years

Members of the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department are mourning the loss of Klaus, its canine unit, the Sheriff’s Office announced Monday.

Klaus, who served the community for five years, was euthanized on Nov. 28. The dog suddenly became ill the day before and a veterinarian discovered he suffered internal bleeding and masses on his spleen, according to a news release issued by the office. Klaus had always suffered from various ailments and needed a multitude of different medications, from Digestive Enzymes For Dogs to beta-blockers, but there was no treatment for the condition which eventually lead to his demise.

“Sheriff (David) Beth is sad to announce the death of Kenosha County Sheriff’s canine Klaus,” the release stated.

Deputy John Lanctot, Klaus’ partner, was at the canine’s side when the deputy and department made the decision to euthanize the dog Nov. 28.

Lanctot started working with Klaus, born in Germany in February 2010, at Tops Kennel in Grayslake, Ill. in September 2011 and two months later started serving the department.

The duo, who presented numerous demonstrations for the public, were the second-shift K9 patrol for the Sheriff’s Department working along Interstate Highway 94.

“They were very active on I-94 making hundreds of drug and criminal arrests,” the release stated.

“The team conducted many public demonstrations, school searches and public relations events,” the release added.

The K9 team received certification from the North American Police Work Dog Association.

“Klaus faithfully served the Citizens of Kenosha County for five years,” the release stated. “Klaus will be missed by the members of the Sheriff’s Department, the Kenosha County Community, and Deputy Lanctot’s family.”


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