Gompie, the Linn County Sheriff's Office police dog is set to 'retire' after 9 and a half years of service.

The sheriff's office said Gompie joined the force in August 2009 and partnered with Deputy Kevin Louis. Gompie served as a dual purpose patrol and narcotics detection dog.

The 12-year-old K9 had several highlights during his career, one of which came in 2012. The sheriff's office said Gompie helped to find 24 pounds of high-grade marijuana that were sealed in plastic bags in a storage locker.

Gompie also participated in the K9 Olympics in Denver, Indiana. He placed in the top 5 in the Hard Dog Fast Dog competition two years in a row.

In August 2013, the sheriff's office said Gompie battled through a bone spur on his spine that pinched a nerve, affecting his mobility. After what seemed like a career-ending injury Gompie went through surgery at Iowa State University. He returned to work 2 months later.

The sheriff's office said Gompie will live with Deputy Louis and his family.

Gompie is a Belgian Malinois and was born in Holland in 2007. He was trained in Indiana.