• K-9 Gango is retiring after seven years with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department. (Giana Magnoli / Noozhawk photo)
  • Gango is retiring from his K-9 duties at the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department and will spend more time with his family: Senior Deputy Patrick Hayes, Stefanie Hayes and their daughter Madison. (Giana Magnoli / Noozhawk photo)
  • Gango is very gentle with Patrick and Stefanie Hayes’ daughter, Madison. (Kacie Jean Photography)
  • K-9 Gango’s patrol car included a spot in the back, air conditioning and treats from his handler, Senior Deputy Patrick Hayes. (Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department )
  • Senior Deputy Patrick Hayes and Gango have worked together for more than seven years. (Giana Magnoli / Noozhawk photo)
  • Sheriff Bill Brown presents Gango with a retirement certificate and rawhide bone for his retirement. (Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department )
  • Senior Deputy Patrick Hayes and K-9 Gango have helped out during the visits of many dignitaries over the years. (Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department )
  • K-9 Gango will continue living with his handler’s family after retiring from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department. (Kacie Jean Photography )
  • K-9 Gango is retiring after seven years with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department. (Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department)

Noozhawk managing editor Giana Magnoli can be reached at gmagnoli@noozhawk.com.