We Can’t Believe This Heartbreaking News About Prince Harry That Was Just Revealed–We’re So Sad For Him!

According to SA People, the dog, named Killer, was put down on June 5 due to  health issues.

The article explains, "Such sad news coming out of Kruger today: Anti-poaching hero, Killer was put down this morning after suffering from a long illness. Killer was featured in STROOP along with his handler 'K9 Ranger.'"

In a 2016 interview with BBC, Killer's handler explained Killer's contribution to anti-poaching efforts.

The article explains, "K9 Killer and his handler, Amos Mzimba, are flown by helicopter to track and apprehend armed poachers when sighted or when a dead rhino is discovered."

It continues, "'It is an honour to have Killer by my side. It means a lot that he has been recognised for his skills,' said Mr Mzimba, who added that the brave dog once saved him when a poacher was shooting at him."

Harry met Killer during a trip to South Africa.

According to Woman & Home, "The anti-poaching dog helped catch and put behind bars an incredible 200 rhino hunters. Impressed by his work, Prince Harry – who’s had a very personal interest in frontline conservation for years – demanded to meet him when he visited the park in 2015."

Kruger’s K9 unit manager Johan de Beer has spoken out about Killer's death, explaining that injuries left the dog in pain: "Killer was one of the first anti-poaching dogs we had but his work out in the wilds had taken its toll on his back legs and he was in a lot of pain."

He continued, "There are a lot of people who will be sorry to hear of his passing, including Prince Harry, but it was time to let him go."