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1 month

Hurray! After sharing the 2025 NFRSA Calendar with you, we’re delighted to let you know you can now pre-order it on our website. Featuring retired service animals from across the services we support, it’s made entirely from personal memories, kindly sent

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NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

4 months

Update regarding PD Scar who was part of the tragic search for Dr. Mosley, and was seen working in extreme heat without boots. We have some fabulous news, but first a bit of a back story. Before we continue - we have to understand that different countries have different ways

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

We’d like to wish one of the country’s most experienced Fire Investigation Dogs, Reqs, the happiest of retirements. With over 500 investigations & 9 years of service, this beautiful lad is putting his paws up. Reqs, thank you for your service. We’ll be there if you need us.

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

It was such a happy day going over the border yesterday - but it nearly ended in disaster. Lady B was in the cycle lane, waving to fellow cyclists, just as a woman in a red car dangerously overtook a lorry, nearly hitting her, & causing the support car to swerve. Not a nice

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

A sad day here at NFRSA HQ. A member of our family has left for her next adventure. Dora was the kindest of dogs, making us laugh when she made a cameo appearance on our first video, (she thought she was a police dog), always looking after everyone. Never a moments trouble,

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

If you remember, two weeks ago we responded to the plight of PD Scar from Greece, who searched for Dr. Michael Mosley and had to be withdrawn due to the heat and rough terrain. We have received word from the lovely folk @ruffwear @RuffwearUK who we approached to see if they

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

You have all been amazing. Thanks to you all, we will be able to buy the Search Dog Scar not only 2 pairs of protective boots, but also (fab idea @sr_drivinschool ) a cooling blanket. We’ll get the order off & post some pics when we have them. Thank you SO much. 💜🐾💜

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

Sadly, not every story has a happy ending. Today we helped to cover the costs of Retired Border Force Detector Dog Flynn - who was an absolute legend during his long career keeping our borders safe. Dear Flynn had to leave his loving family for his next adventure, & we were

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NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

4 months

The loss of PD Zyla from @LPSpecialOps and announced by @leicspolice has rocked us all. We can’t imagine how her handler, family, & colleagues must be feeling. The joy has gone from the evening, & we will not be posting anything further today. A tragic day in policing.

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

!!ANNOUNCEMENT!! The NFRSA is absolutely delighted to be welcoming Chris Green as an ambassador to our charity. Chris is renowned throughout the dog community and has been working with police dogs, as well as instructing, for nearly 20 years. Since retiring from the police,

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

Despite his recent, successful treatment, RPD Bowser, (who served with @DevonPoliceDogs and @DC_Police and was faithful companion to our South West Committee Chair, @NickiBarley ) let his Mum know it was time to say Goodbye on Monday, & he made his way peacefully to rainbow bridge

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

It is our utter delight to show you PD Scar in his new cooling jacket and protective boots. Huge thanks to our friends @RuffwearUK for helping us make this possible, not only for Scar but for all his colleagues too.

NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

4 months

When kindness really counts.. The protective boots, the cooling jackets, and the toys have all been packed up, and have now been shipped to Athens for PD Scar and his friends. We are beyond grateful to @ruffwear and @RuffwearUK for their exceptional generosity and to you all

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

RPD Vinnie worked his entire career with his handler Gordon @PoliceScotland @PSOSDogs . When Vinnie retired, he stayed with his handler & his family. Eventually old age finding him, RPD Vinnie went over rainbow bridge - & Gordon wrote this beautiful poem as a tribute to his

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

In a day of sadness, we’d like to share a little joy. Two months ago, we were contacted by a lovely couple in Scotland, who had a very sick retired police dog, and his name was RPD Jango. They were out of options for support, so when they heard about us, they reached out and it

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

An amazing career. And it will be a privilege to be there for this handsome boy, should he ever need us. Enjoy that well deserved retirement Reqs, and thank you for all you’ve done for your community. 💜🐾💜

Herts Fire & Rescue

@HFRS

1 year

@HertsFireDog Reqs was presented a certificate by our Chief Fire Officer to mark his loyal and faithful service over the last 11 years.

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NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

1 year

Would you all please hold RPD Jake in your hearts today. He is being operated on, a major one. Jake served bravely with @sspoldogsection . We will keep you informed, but it goes without saying he’ll have our support. More info later.. 🙏🏼 💜🐾💜🐾💜 #nfrsa #prisondogs

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

We seem to have caused a slight Twitter storm with the video above. Apologies about that. To those who have been so supportive and kind - thank you, it means a great deal to the lady doing the pedalling. Whatever the wrongs or rights, Lady B is doing this ride, out of her

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

We have today reached out to @insaf_abbas to ask if we can be put in touch with Scar’s handler. We are hoping to be able to buy him some protective boots for his feet. If necessary, our chairman will personally fund it, as it’s not something normally within our remit. But as a

Insaf Abbas

@insaf_abbas

4 months

The sniffer dog, Scar, is leaving the island of Symi after helping to look for Michael Mosley over the past few days. His paws are burnt from the hot rocks he’s been walking on in his search - you can see how he’s limping. An indication of the harsh weather conditions here.

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

What good news to end the day. PD Fergie safe and well 💜💜

Police Scotland Highland & Islands

@PSOSHighland

4 months

PD Fergie, who ran off when a deer bolted in front of her when she was being walked north of the A831, Polmaily House, near Loch Ness round 10am on Sun 30 June, has been traced safe and well. Thanks to all who shared and responded to our appeal. More:

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

Update! @insaf_abbas kindly reacted with lightning speed and we have now spoken to Scar’s handler. We have promised to send two pairs of protective boots to him for Scar. His reply was: “Thank you for your present, I tell Scar about your present and he is very happy!!!” Our

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

Absolutely delighted to let you all know that RPD Jake has got through his surgery and they believe it to be a success - he’ll have an overnight stay & hopefully home tomorrow. Thank you all so much for the good wishes, his family are very touched. @sspoldogsection

NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

1 year

Would you all please hold RPD Jake in your hearts today. He is being operated on, a major one. Jake served bravely with @sspoldogsection . We will keep you informed, but it goes without saying he’ll have our support. More info later.. 🙏🏼 💜🐾💜🐾💜 #nfrsa #prisondogs

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NFRSA

@The_NFRSA

2 years

Yesssssssssssss!!!! So many amazing finalists and all deserve to win - but we are SO happy it was @RPD2025STELLA - congratulations to both Stella and her wonderful mum. @crufts #herodog #crufts

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

Sometimes it’s not a happy ending and today was one of those days, with the beautiful RPD Heidi having to leave this world for her next adventure. We helped Heidi and her family only last week, when she had to have blood tests, but now this little diamond is sparkling in the

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

💜🐾RPD ELSA - UPDATE 🐾💜 Good afternoon! We thought you’d like an update on the gorgeous RPD Elsa, who so many of you have brilliantly supported over the last 24 hours. Elsa had been in hospital for just over a week. Two hospitals in fact. She has had numerous surgeries,

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

When kindness really counts.. The protective boots, the cooling jackets, and the toys have all been packed up, and have now been shipped to Athens for PD Scar and his friends. We are beyond grateful to @ruffwear and @RuffwearUK for their exceptional generosity and to you all

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

It has been announced that tragically we lost a beloved friend this week. Cara from @WestMidsFire was the most extraordinary Urban Search and Rescue Dog, and she was the bravest of them all, searching scenes of real tragedy to find as many as she could. And she did. The below

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

A sad day at NFRSA HQ as we hear the awful news of the loss of a family member. RPD Pablo from @DogsHMPPS worked across 4 prisons and immigration centres in England. Everyone who saw him admired how stunning he was, and his trainer in the Midlands called him her “success

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

This is absolutely devastating news. Our love and thoughts go out to the handler, the entire dog section and officers involved @LPSpecialOps . Every dog handler loves their dog. Their working partner, their friend, their confidante. This is an unimaginable incident. We are so

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

Good morning - #PDElsa Update. Elsa has had another very good night, snuggled up next to her Dad on the camping air mattress - we think she may get used to that..! But she continues to improve and be the trooper she is. She’s giving her Mum palpitations as she’s even started

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

Announcement: We are delighted to welcome Deborah Meaden as one of our Ambassadors. Deborah’s love of animals, and especially horses, is well known, & her wonderful support of The NFRSA will highlight the work we do. @DeborahMeaden

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@The_NFRSA

1 month

We are so incredibly sorry to hear about RPD Lenny. Our thoughts go out to PC Neil, and all who knew and loved this handsome chap. Sleep well Lenny - we are forever thankful for your service. Time to rest now.

GMP Tactical Dog Unit

@GMPDogs

1 month

Very Sad news for everyone at GMP dogs, especially PC Neil. RPD Lenny sadly passed away this morning, Lenny reaching his 15th birthday recently. Lenny was loved by all a fabulous PD and a long-standing pet and companion to Neil. Rest in peace Lenny ♥️ you will be greatly missed

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

At this time of year, we remember all those lost in conflict. We also never forget those animals who had no choice, but who too paid the ultimate sacrifice. 💜🐾🐴🐾💜 I SPOKE TO YOU IN WHISPERS By Neil Andrew I spoke to you in whispers As shells made the ground beneath us

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

Dear all, We need some positive vibes for a very special lad. RFD Reqs, who last November retired from an astonishing 11 year career as an accident investigation fire dog with @HertsFRSControl @HFRS has been very poorly this last week, and is going for an MRI scan as we speak.

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

A few weeks ago we sadly had to support RPD Chief of @PSOSDogs when he went on his final journey. He leaves behind his devoted handler Max, & his family. Sleep well handsome Chief - thank you for your service. You were a very good boy. A video is for you, made with love.

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

After a tricky week, we have some lovely news. We’ve all been incredibly worried about RFID Reqs @HertsFireDog of @HFRS after his serious illness this week. The vet who examined Reqs did not feel he should have an MRI, partly due to his age, and also because the symptoms he

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@The_NFRSA

1 month

This one is very hard for us as we know this lovely boy, Lady B has even taken a bite from him in the ring at @Crufts … RPD Glen recently retired from @WMPDogs having served for 8 years with @WMPolice , and with great distinction. Just lately, Glen has been experiencing

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@The_NFRSA

10 months

A huge happy birthday to the legend Paul Glennon, who has done so much for police dogs and handlers over the years. Have a wonderful day Paul @DC_PoliceDogs - we’ll raise a glass to you this evening. 🎉🥳🎂🎈

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

We have a busy day today. #RPDElsa who served with Durham Police, is very poorly. Her gorgeous family have been brilliantly proactive & so together, with support from the lovely @PawsUpBob we will be taking care of her bills. Elsa is in hospital, but in good hands. Stand by -

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

We were devastated to learn of the loss two weeks ago of beloved RPD Bowser from @DC_Police . Bowser served with @DevonPoliceDogs until the end of his career when he went to @NickiBarley and her family, enjoying a wonderful retirement. We have now taken care of Bowser's final

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

We’ve had the privilege of helping a beautiful retired prison dog this week. Blaze is an 11 year old Labrador who retired from HM Prison Service in 2017. He served as an Active Drug Search Dog at HMP Woodhill & HMP Berwyn, & because he was so good at his job he also learned to

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@The_NFRSA

6 months

We have some incredibly sad news. A member of the NFRSA family, and one we know personally, just 6 weeks after he entered what should have been a long and happy retirement, has left us for his next adventure. RPD Odin, aged only 8, and who served with @DogsHmpps at HMP Woodhill

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

Recently we helped lovely Chris and RPD Bebe who served with @PoliceDogDorset . Bebe sadly passed away a couple of months ago, & it was a privilege to be able to cover her final vets bill. We had to share the beautiful email we received, words cannot describe how much this means

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

Completely delighted to announce we’ve given our first gift to a retired police horse. Even better, it’s a dear friend to many you, known as @littledave72 . A more deserving boy we couldn’t imagine, & it makes us incredibly happy to be there. Lots of love Little Dave 💜🐎💜

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@The_NFRSA

4 days

A very happy 7th birthday to the legend that is RPD Goose from @WMPDogs . Goose retired last year, and is well known in her family as a prolific sock thief, but she’s also a loving girl, who adores nothing more than her Kong. Goose tracked and found many prisoners over the

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@The_NFRSA

5 months

Some sad news from the NFRSA family today. Eerlier in the week we asked you to say prayers for RPD Jango from @PSOSDogs who had a tumour in his abdomen. Jango went downhill last night, so let his Mum and Dad know that he was ready to leave, and this morning they held him close

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

Bless you RPH Bawtry. We are here if you need us. Thank you for everything. 💜🐴💜

PC Reed

@PC_Reed

1 year

An old one, but a gold one. As he retires today I want to wish PH Bawtry and his new owners the very happiest of times together. Thanks for your service old pal.

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

We have been away today, so just catching up the news that 53 police officers and several dogs from @MerPolDogs were injured last night in the line of duty. Our thoughts are with all who went to work to support their communities and keep the public safe, only to be hurt whilst

Mersey Police Dogs

@MerPolDogs

3 months

We have no words for how our officers & dogs were targeted in last nights disorder. Our Police dogs demonstrated extreme bravery & did all they could to assist colleagues under a sustained & violent attack. PDs Zoe, Ike, Quga, Yula, Yoko & Poppy are all recovering well #SYN2

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

Please join us in wishing RPD Bowser a happy birthday! @NickiBarley

Nicki Barley (RPD Bowser)

@NickiBarley

4 months

Happy birthday to our fabulous RPD Bowser who has turned 13 today. xxxx

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

A week ago RPD Mac had emergency surgery where his eye was removed to save his life. Today, he's got his smile back, a wag in his tail, and is doing big shakes! With your kind donations we were able to help Mac's family with the veterinary costs. @PSOSDogs @K9Scottish

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@The_NFRSA

11 months

Our chairman is travelling to London today, to speak at the 3pm Service of Remembrance, the National Animal War Memorial, Park Lane. She is deeply honoured to be asked to represent both the NFRSA and @MA_PurplePoppy & she will be laying a wreath. Please join her if you can.

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

Paul Nicholls entered this for The Event Photography Awards & it was featured in @thetimes - it received a Highly Commended. It was taken when our chairman was visiting @GlosPolDogs and @GlosHorsePol on her bike ride last September, & this big sloppy kiss was from TPD Murphy,

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

Isn’t it wonderful to see the support and the gifts being showered upon our courageous police dogs and horses by their local communities and public. Up and down the country, police forces are being inundated with goodies for these heroic animals by individuals with huge and

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

We were incredibly sad to hear about Twitter and her terrible accident. Do you have any news on her operation? We wish her well. @UKDefenceFrance

UK Defence in France

@UKDefenceFrance

3 months

After a 5-meter fall while securing #Olympic sites in #Paris , Twitter, our heroic detection dog, is facing amputation on Wed. It's a tough blow, but her incredible spirit shines through. Very thankful for the outstanding vet care she received in 🇨🇵. Stay strong, Twitter! 💪

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@The_NFRSA

1 month

@MerPolDogs Wishing Zoe a happy retirement. How incredibly selfless of @MerPolDogs to put the welfare of their dogs above all else. Our friends @MerseysideRPD will look out for you too. 💜

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

As you all know, a few weeks ago, RPD Mac who served with @PSOSDogs was taken seriously ill with a facial infection, which was so severe, he had to have emergency surgery and he lost an eye. We have now paid that bill of just over £4,000 thanks to you. Mac is now back playing

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@The_NFRSA

9 months

@USAinUK That made us smile. 😊 Now please, for the sake of every Brit who is literally having palpitations this very second - STEP AWAY FROM THE MICROWAVE….. We thank you for your cooperation. 🇬🇧🫖🇬🇧

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

She did it! Yesterday afternoon Lady B arrived safely at John O’Groats after her 1,022 mile bike ride from Lands End, accompanied by her old school friend Alice, and Melissa who flew over from Oaklahoma to share this final day. She was greeted by her husband, a fabulous crowd,

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@The_NFRSA

3 years

We are at the beginning of a long, but wonderful journey. Our aim is to support retired emergency service animals - across the board in the UK, & to support & enhance the existing local charities. Please follow us as we travel towards our official launch later this year.

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@The_NFRSA

10 months

We’d like to welcome a very special gent to the #NFRSAFamily . RPH ‘Jake’ (Morrisey), of @MerseyPolice @MerPolMounted , after 20 years of service, has retired. Originally in training as a showjumper, Jake began refusing as the jumps grew, due to a cyst in his eye. He became a

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

We’re delighted to welcome Retired @UKBorder Force Detector Dog Rex to the growing NFRSA family. Here’s his story in his handler, and now owners, words: ‘Rex is your typical ESS with his craziness yet sweet nature but had no trouble settling into retirement, cuddles on the

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

Please send a little prayer up for dear RPD Oscar of @DogsHmpps - he’s collapsed a few times today and apparently it’s a heart problem. We’re sending him and his family a huge hug and much support this evening. 💜🐾💜🐾💜

Isle Of Man Prison Dog Section

@dhkeith

3 months

Update on Oscar. He has been put on some heart meds (Problem with a valve) has got neurological problem with his back right side as well. I have had some blood tests done and will get the results back on Mon. He is back home and sleeping.

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@The_NFRSA

28 days

It is never easy to say goodbye and we share the heartbreaking news that we have lost a dear friend this week. RPD Lacey served with @Glos_Police and @GlosPolDogs until her retirement, and just a few days ago, she let her mum know she was ready, and she left peacefully, with her

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@The_NFRSA

5 months

**ANNOUNCEMENT** We have some wonderful news to share with you all. The NFRSA have, as of this week, embraced the NHS Drug Detection Dogs from all over the UK within our family, and we will be there for them during their retirement. A little known section, @NHSEngland have a

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

This is the side of police dogs that many don’t appreciate. They seem to know the difference between vulnerable & dangerous people. Their swift tracking abilities save thousands of lives every year. #dogsoftwitter #PoliceDogs #Emergency #BackTheBlue

Gloucestershire Police Dogs Section

@GlosPolDogs

2 years

A high risk elderly male with dementia wandered off from his care home in Berkeley last night. PD Nika & PC Shields tracked into the fields behind the care home and located him. He was safely returned back to his care home. Excellent work by Nika 🐾🐾

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@The_NFRSA

3 months

The name's Bond... RPD Bond. And we're so happy he's joined the NFRSA. PD Bond started out his career with @DevonPoliceDogs and moved to @WMPDogs when his handler progressed to being an instructor. Unfortunately, when on the streets, he started to experience problems when he

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@The_NFRSA

5 months

Friends - please say a prayer for RPD Jango of @PSOSDogs who retired 2 years ago and has had the most wonderful life with his family who adore him. He has just been diagnosed with an inoperable tumour in his abdomen and things are not looking good at all. We are fully

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@The_NFRSA

7 months

RPD Liza update: We thought you’d all want to know, but our Lady Liza went to the vets today, and they (as well as our wonderful vets), think it’s post-op settling. Liza had such major surgery, and was anaesthetised for such a long time, she has suffered a delayed reaction.

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

Thank you for acknowledging and remembering this gorgeous boy. He was incredibly special. Sleep well RPD Bowser. We will miss you very much. 💜🐾💜

National K9 Memorial

@K9memorialUk

2 months

Our dog of the day is RPD Bowser. It’s with a heavy heart that we share with you that Bowser has sadly crossed the rainbow bridge🌈. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time😢 Thank you for your service🐾💙🐾 #WeWillRememberYou @NickiBarley @The_NFRSA

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

We are sending so much love to Oscar - and to Keith. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Oscar is so poorly, but the vets are doing all they can. 💜🐾💜

Isle Of Man Prison Dog Section

@dhkeith

1 year

Update on Oscar: We have just spoken to the vets and Oscar will remain with them. He is just not a well boy. Thanks for your support.

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

We’re devastated to share the news that a member of the NFRSA family, RPD Sydney, a retired talented search dog, who went on to have many police dog pups, has unexpectedly passed away aged only 4. Miss Sydney, you were our first brood mummy, we are so saddened by your loss. Our

Veza

@Vero4057

1 year

My beautiful RPD 5076 Sydney passed away in her sleep last night, I am devastated. We filled every minute of your four years and you were taken far too soon. Your legacy lives on in your police pups. Truly blessed to spend my life with you 💙💔 @WMPDogs @K9memorialUk @The_NFRSA

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@The_NFRSA

2 years

From the tragedy that brings so much loss, sorrow, & human suffering comes great kindness. Search dogs from all over the world are being sent to the #TurkeySyriaEarthquake to help find survivors. Travel safely & swiftly you little heroes. @Goodable .

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@The_NFRSA

1 year

Following major orthopaedic surgery RPD Jake is now home, but feeling a little sore.. We’ll be covering Jakes bill, which will top £4000. We have the money, so no direct appeal needed, but it’d be wonderful if you could help us replace it - - so we can

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@The_NFRSA

11 months

We’ve been quite busy of late and would like to share a special little lady with you. RPD Mollie was a specialist search dog with @DogsHmpps - but had a tragic accident, breaking both legs and ending up losing one of them. She is the bravest little dog, and recently she has

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We are incredibly sad to share with you the loss of a much loved member of the NFRSA family. RPD Kai of @DogsHmpps served at @HMPErlestoke and with the Southwest Area Search Team until the grand age of 12, earning himself the nickname ‘The Hooch King’ due to his legendary nose.

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We have a lovely update for you on Mollie, who you will remember is an amputee, retiring from @DogsHmpps following her accident, which resulted in her losing a leg. With your help, we’ve covered the bills for her wheels, physio and hydrotherapy. Treatment is ongoing. She had

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**A note from our chair.** “Dear all, We have two bits of incredible news to share with you over the next few days. This little charity, (borne from the wish to do something positive for retired service animals back in 2016), is now two years old and has given financial

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1 year

Hurray!!!! We are so pleased and relieved. Welcome home Oscar! 💜🐾💜

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@dhkeith

1 year

After 16 days at the vets Oscar has finally come home. Cant thank the team at our vets for looking after him. He is such a good boy and they've fallen for his charm and cheekiness. Thank you to everyone on twitter for all your support and kindness.

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Commonly known as a ‘Christmas Carousel’ - training at Bristol Airport, the new recruits for @GlosPolDogs are apparently doing brilliantly. We are proud to have these amazing dogs on our ‘patch’. Love this photo 💜🐾💜

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To our friends @WMPDogs and @WMPolice - we are so incredibly sorry. We met PD Buzz at Crufts and he was an amazing PD. We are thinking of you all & particularly PC Matt Thompson, we know how hard this will hit the entire section. We are so proud to take care of your RPD’s

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@WMPDogs

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Remembering PD Buzz who sadly passed away last weekend. 🐾💙 Buzz was a fantastic police dog and did all of us at WMP proud, especially his handler Matt Thompson🐕‍🦺🚨 To infinity and beyond Buzz! 🚀you will be missed.

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We’re delighted to welcome RPD Darla to the #NFRSA Family Here’s Darla’s story told to us by her owner: “Darla was brought into the Devon & Cornwall puppy program @DC_PoliceDogs and began her Police Dog Initial course in September 2019 where she later licensed as a PD with

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1 year

We’ve arrived in #Scotland . The welcome was so emotional, we were piped in by retired police sergeant and dog handler, Ian Bell, and Ian’s son, Sgt Alasdair Bell and PD Hughie from @PSOSDogs were both there to see us over the border. We don’t mind admitting, we were all in

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A very special boy has joined the family and the best way we can introduce RPD Reggie from @syptweet is to use the words of his former handler, and now Dad. ‘Reggie, a Dutch Herder- cross Malinois, was part of our family from a puppy and he became my operational General Purpose

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@The_NFRSA

3 years

That’s pretty impressive!

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@HantsTVPolDogs

3 years

PD Dexter showing some practical agility in training as he jumps a wall and stream on the to catch and detain the decoy 🐾 #agility #dogtraining #k9unit

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Wishing the officer involved from @wiltspolicedogs a speedy recovery. Our thoughts go with you. 💜🐾💜 Teen ‘drink driver’ arrested after dog handler injured in pursuit crash

Teen ‘drink driver’ arrested after dog handler injured in pursuit crash

A teenage 'drink driver' has been arrested after a dog handler was injured in a pursuit.Police were chasing a silver Volkswagen Fox in Netheravon, north of Amesbury, when a dog unit collided with

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We do love a failed foster story, and that's exactly what happened to RPD Loki of @hmpbelmarsh . Loki is only 3 years old and we're proud to be here for anything he will need in the years to come. Loki's new family wrote: Loki served at HMP Belmarsh, but sadly had to retire

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We’re at @woofstockuk and TPD Maisy is soaking up the fuss.. 🥰 #puppy #puppylove #PuppyOfTheDay #viral #dogsofx #puppies #puppiesofx #spaniel #spanner #spanna #spanielpuppy #lovepuppies #police #policedog

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2 years

We’re so grateful for your amazing support over the last 3 days. Together we’ve raised just over £6,500 to support the beautiful RPD Elsa - thank you - 6,500 times, THANK you. More importantly, Elsa has a special message for you all. 💜🐾💜 #dogsoftwitter #dogs #police

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As has already been announced by @dhkeith - we are incredibly sad to share the news that a dear friend to the NFRSA has left for his next adventure today. RPD Oscar, who appears in our 2025 calendar, and has been a huge part of the NFRSA journey fell ill this week, and Keith

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3 months

The gorgeous RPD Bowser who served with @DC_Police and @DevonPoliceDogs , & featured with the boss on ‘Alan Titchmarsh - Love Your Weekend’ in May, needed rather a lot of veterinary treatment recently, after he’d lost weight and was struggling with his food. We took care of the

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@The_NFRSA

4 months

Welcome to the NFRSA Sybil! PD Sybil started out her life as a family pet but was then gifted to the Police in 2016. She was then trained by Derbyshire Police in 2017 as a Specialist Seminal Fluid Dog. There are only three specialists seminal only dogs in the whole country,

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*Thread* We could not be prouder to share this story, with Bear's family's blessing. RPD Bear was with @syptweet dog section. He served for 18 months, fully licensed. A big fluffy bundle of police dog-ness.. He was very successful in his early licencing - Matt was thrilled.

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@The_NFRSA

2 months

We’d like you to meet the handsome RPD Wilson who served for 8 years with @swpolice . Wilson joined South Wales Police at 1 year old, where he trained as a General Purpose dog before going on to complete his Firearms Support training. Wilson really enjoyed being a police dog

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2 years

We've helped another totally delectable RPD this week, Dougie. A mass was found on his leg, which needed to be removed. At his age, an operation was a worry - but like the little trooper he is, he's pulled through & we've been delighted to, on your

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3 months

Zoooooooommmmmmm ! RPD Mac is very happy to get his cone off and be able to do his zoomies again. And we are so excited to tell you that the vet is pleased with how he is recovering and all is looking good.

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1 year

We’re delighted to share a #pupdate with you all. RPD Jake from @sspoldogsection had major orthopaedic surgery three weeks ago and he is making such good progress, he’s been allowed a gentle play with Dotty, his sausage dog pal. The surgery cost £4,235 and because of your

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We share many posts, some happy, some not so much, so we hope you won’t mind our sharing this one. Dear Susie has been a part of the NFRSA from Day 1. She wasn’t a service animal (she’d have been hopeless, bless her), but she was part of our family. Maybe not so much answering

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@CotswoldLadyB

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When you give your heart to a dog, it’s inevitable it will, one day, be broken. Our dear old Susie went OTR at 3.10pm today She was 15 and a half. She was such a good girl, never any trouble, I genuinely don’t ever remember having to tell her off - she was simply the best of

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A very happy retirement to you both. Thank you for your extraordinary 30 years service and RPD Gunner, for your slightly shorter, but no less significant career too! @K999CopsOAPs will take care of Gunner and Sgt Yates - stay well and enjoy those feet up. 💜

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@K999Cops

2 months

PD Gunner and Sgt Yates have just finished their final shift, and retire after 30years service-obviously Gunner has done a little less, but made a massive contribution in his service, his last job he located 3 items from a Burglary!

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Please hold RPD Oscar (HMPPS) in your hearts and thoughts today. He is very poorly. 💜🐾💜

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@dhkeith

1 year

Retired Oscar has had to be taken to the vets this morning. Really not a well boy and is currently in surgery. I will update later when the vets call.

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The National Foundation for Retired Service Animals were absolutely thrilled to be there for this gorgeous little lady, Mollie, who retired from the HMPPS (Northwest Search Team), in 2022, after suffering an horrific accident, where she broke both her front elbows very badly.

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The bravery of our police dogs and their handlers is well documented - but this is a typical example of the danger they face every day. Well done to PD Riggs and your extraordinary handler. Exemplo Ducemus.. (RMP motto)

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@HPDogSection

1 year

Last night PD Riggs was deployed to a violent subject having committed offences and posing a risk to the public/police safety. Subject arrested for 8 offences and remains in custody. Despite the attempts to injure PD Riggs and handler thankfully no injuries were sustained. 🐕🚨🚔

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So.. Lady B was privileged to visit @sspoldogsection today, meeting the puppy walkers, & young search dogs. Thing is - there were these puppies. And well, there was this cute little lady - & she sort of fell into the car - & has now joined the NFRSA family. Name ideas?

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