A TRIBUTE

to

K-9 "ASSLAN von MELANCHTHON"

Presented on this day, April 10^th, 2003, by the members and Board of

Directors of the Pennsylvania Police Canine Association.

"ARNIE" will be eternally remembered for his courage, keen nose, loyal service, long list of accomplishments, and unselfish dedication to the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Department, and the citizens of Luzerne County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Together with his trusted partner, Deputy Albert "Gerry" VanHoorn, he executed his duties with diligence, and bravery, that so often goes unnoticed by the general public, and "Arnie" never once asked for more than the praise and undying affection of his handler.

"Arnie" will continue to watch the back of his beloved partner, but is now serving another Master, in a larger, but much safer jurisdiction. "PAS AUF, ARNIE"! We will work together again.

FOREVER A POLICE SERVICE DOG

February 9^th, 1992 March 13^th, 2003