GILBERT, AZ — The Gilbert Fire Department is saying farewell to Arizona's first arson detection dog.
On Monday, Gilbert Fire announced that Spring, the state's first ATF Accelerant Detection Canine, died at the age of 15.
Gilbert Fire
For seven years, Spring worked alongside now-retired Fire Investigator David Zehring, to help solve "hundreds of arson cases."
Following years of service, Spring retired to "a life filled with treats, belly rubs and love from those who cherished her."
Gilbert Fire
The beloved dog was laid to rest on Monday and was surrounded by family and escorted with honor on her final journey, officials say.
