SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) -- K9 Atlas, a dedicated member of the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit, is retiring after several years of service due to a recent health diagnosis.

K9 Atlas joined the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit in 2018 and was partnered with Master Deputy Shane Shehan. The two completed training together and became inseparable partners in service.

The sheriff's office said K9 Atlas will spend his retirement at home with Master Deputy Shehan, where he will be surrounded by care and love. The bond formed between Atlas and Shehan during their years of service is expected to continue into Atlas's retirement.

The specific health diagnosis prompting K9 Atlas's retirement has not been disclosed.

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