PERRY COUNTY, MS (WDAM)- A Jackson based animal advocacy organization is demanding action in the death of a Perry County K-9 officer.

Napo, a three-year-old police dog, was left in his handlers patrol car over night and found dead the next morning. His handler, Deputy Steve Verret, said he had forgot the dog was in the car.

PERRY COUNTY, MS (WDAM)- The accidental death of the Perry County K-9 dog who died after being locked in his handler's patrol car overnight has many people calling for his job.

About three weeks ago, Napo, a 3-year-old Belgian Malinois, was found dead in the patrol car. His handler, Steve Verret,  had apparently forgot the dog was in the vehicle.

Reaction from around the state from animal advocates and others has been one of shock and anger.

Wesley Home Care Director Carol Tatum, RN and Wesley Home Care Representative Wanda Murphy, RN, will lead a discussion on recovering from surgery or illness at the Senior Circle Lunch and Learn program on May 17 at 11 a.m. in the Glenn Smith Room at Wesley Medical Center.

The seminar is part of an on-going monthly series, featuring local physicians and community leaders discussing a variety of health and wellness topics. Tatum and Murphy will discuss how to stay healthy, happy and at home after major medical events.