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Ozzy finishes with Gold

A courageous police dog who thwarted a potentially fatal explosion in a block of flats has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal on his retirement from the Police Scotland.

In 2014, Ozzy and his handler Police Constable Brian Tennant, were called to an incident at a flat in Falkirk, where a man had assaulted two people at knifepoint. They discovered the man had severed a gas pipe and was threatening to blow up the building.

After warning the assailant PC Tennant released Ozzy, who tackled the man to the ground where he was disarmed and arrested. The daring dog’s intervention prevented the man from harming himself, and potentially others, as well as causing extensive damage to the building.

Commenting on the award, PC Brian Tennant said: “Ozzy has been a loyal and exemplary police dog throughout his career. He has assisted with apprehending numerous criminals, saved lives and prevented countless injuries to members of the public and fellow police officers. Receiving the PDSA Gold Medal is a fitting end to his distinguished career, I am incredibly proud of him.”

Sweep cleans up

Police Dog (PD) Sweep, a Working Cocker Spaniel, received a PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding devotion to duty while working as a Detection Dog for Lothian and Borders Police and Police Scotland.

Eleven-year-old PD Sweep was trained to detect drugs, firearms and cash and was the UK’s only Poison Detection Dog.

During his service PD Sweep has undoubtedly made Scotland safer for both civilians and wildlife.

PC Rhona Meikle , who worked alongside Sweep, said: “He has made a huge contribution to the fight against crime in Scotland. I’ve always known he’s special and now so does everyone else.”

Sabby the loving Lab

Thirteen-year-old Labrador Sabby (Sabakka) was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit in recognition of her role supporting vulnerable people.

Sabby retired in 2016 after a distinguished ten-year career working with the NHS Lanarkshire Learning Disability Occupational Therapy Service team, helping people with learning disabilities both in the community and the hospital.

She also worked alongside clinical psychologists supporting patients who suffer from extreme dog phobias.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, Jacqueline Evans, said: “After many years of devoted service, it is wonderful that Sabby’s skills and commitment to our patients have been recognised by PDSA.”

Scottish Medals

Ozzy finishes with Gold

A courageous police dog who thwarted a potentially fatal explosion in a block of flats has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal on his retirement from the Police Scotland.

In 2014, Ozzy and his handler Police Constable Brian Tennant, were called to an incident at a flat in Falkirk, where a man had assaulted two people at knifepoint. They discovered the man had severed a gas pipe and was threatening to blow up the building.

After warning the assailant PC Tennant released Ozzy, who tackled the man to the ground where he was disarmed and arrested. The daring dog’s intervention prevented the man from harming himself, and potentially others, as well as causing extensive damage to the building.

Commenting on the award, PC Brian Tennant said: “Ozzy has been a loyal and exemplary police dog throughout his career. He has assisted with apprehending numerous criminals, saved lives and prevented countless injuries to members of the public and fellow police officers. Receiving the PDSA Gold Medal is a fitting end to his distinguished career, I am incredibly proud of him.”

Sweep cleans up

Police Dog (PD) Sweep, a Working Cocker Spaniel, received a PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding devotion to duty while working as a Detection Dog for Lothian and Borders Police and Police Scotland.

Eleven-year-old PD Sweep was trained to detect drugs, firearms and cash and was the UK’s only Poison Detection Dog.

During his service PD Sweep has undoubtedly made Scotland safer for both civilians and wildlife.

PC Rhona Meikle , who worked alongside Sweep, said: “He has made a huge contribution to the fight against crime in Scotland. I’ve always known he’s special and now so does everyone else.”

Sabby the loving Lab

Thirteen-year-old Labrador Sabby (Sabakka) was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit in recognition of her role supporting vulnerable people.

Sabby retired in 2016 after a distinguished ten-year career working with the NHS Lanarkshire Learning Disability Occupational Therapy Service team, helping people with learning disabilities both in the community and the hospital.

She also worked alongside clinical psychologists supporting patients who suffer from extreme dog phobias.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, Jacqueline Evans, said: “After many years of devoted service, it is wonderful that Sabby’s skills and commitment to our patients have been recognised by PDSA.”

Scottish Medals

Ozzy finishes with Gold

A courageous police dog who thwarted a potentially fatal explosion in a block of flats has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal on his retirement from the Police Scotland.

In 2014, Ozzy and his handler Police Constable Brian Tennant, were called to an incident at a flat in Falkirk, where a man had assaulted two people at knifepoint. They discovered the man had severed a gas pipe and was threatening to blow up the building.

After warning the assailant PC Tennant released Ozzy, who tackled the man to the ground where he was disarmed and arrested. The daring dog’s intervention prevented the man from harming himself, and potentially others, as well as causing extensive damage to the building.

Commenting on the award, PC Brian Tennant said: “Ozzy has been a loyal and exemplary police dog throughout his career. He has assisted with apprehending numerous criminals, saved lives and prevented countless injuries to members of the public and fellow police officers. Receiving the PDSA Gold Medal is a fitting end to his distinguished career, I am incredibly proud of him.”

Sweep cleans up

Police Dog (PD) Sweep, a Working Cocker Spaniel, received a PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding devotion to duty while working as a Detection Dog for Lothian and Borders Police and Police Scotland.

Eleven-year-old PD Sweep was trained to detect drugs, firearms and cash and was the UK’s only Poison Detection Dog.

During his service PD Sweep has undoubtedly made Scotland safer for both civilians and wildlife.

PC Rhona Meikle , who worked alongside Sweep, said: “He has made a huge contribution to the fight against crime in Scotland. I’ve always known he’s special and now so does everyone else.”

Sabby the loving Lab

Thirteen-year-old Labrador Sabby (Sabakka) was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit in recognition of her role supporting vulnerable people.

Sabby retired in 2016 after a distinguished ten-year career working with the NHS Lanarkshire Learning Disability Occupational Therapy Service team, helping people with learning disabilities both in the community and the hospital.

She also worked alongside clinical psychologists supporting patients who suffer from extreme dog phobias.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, Jacqueline Evans, said: “After many years of devoted service, it is wonderful that Sabby’s skills and commitment to our patients have been recognised by PDSA.”

Scottish Medals

Ozzy finishes with Gold

A courageous police dog who thwarted a potentially fatal explosion in a block of flats has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal on his retirement from the Police Scotland.

In 2014, Ozzy and his handler Police Constable Brian Tennant, were called to an incident at a flat in Falkirk, where a man had assaulted two people at knifepoint. They discovered the man had severed a gas pipe and was threatening to blow up the building.

After warning the assailant PC Tennant released Ozzy, who tackled the man to the ground where he was disarmed and arrested. The daring dog’s intervention prevented the man from harming himself, and potentially others, as well as causing extensive damage to the building.

Commenting on the award, PC Brian Tennant said: “Ozzy has been a loyal and exemplary police dog throughout his career. He has assisted with apprehending numerous criminals, saved lives and prevented countless injuries to members of the public and fellow police officers. Receiving the PDSA Gold Medal is a fitting end to his distinguished career, I am incredibly proud of him.”

Sweep cleans up

Police Dog (PD) Sweep, a Working Cocker Spaniel, received a PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding devotion to duty while working as a Detection Dog for Lothian and Borders Police and Police Scotland.

Eleven-year-old PD Sweep was trained to detect drugs, firearms and cash and was the UK’s only Poison Detection Dog.

During his service PD Sweep has undoubtedly made Scotland safer for both civilians and wildlife.

PC Rhona Meikle , who worked alongside Sweep, said: “He has made a huge contribution to the fight against crime in Scotland. I’ve always known he’s special and now so does everyone else.”

Sabby the loving Lab

Thirteen-year-old Labrador Sabby (Sabakka) was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit in recognition of her role supporting vulnerable people.

Sabby retired in 2016 after a distinguished ten-year career working with the NHS Lanarkshire Learning Disability Occupational Therapy Service team, helping people with learning disabilities both in the community and the hospital.

She also worked alongside clinical psychologists supporting patients who suffer from extreme dog phobias.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, Jacqueline Evans, said: “After many years of devoted service, it is wonderful that Sabby’s skills and commitment to our patients have been recognised by PDSA.”

Scottish Medals

Ozzy finishes with Gold

A courageous police dog who thwarted a potentially fatal explosion in a block of flats has been awarded the PDSA Gold Medal on his retirement from the Police Scotland.

In 2014, Ozzy and his handler Police Constable Brian Tennant, were called to an incident at a flat in Falkirk, where a man had assaulted two people at knifepoint. They discovered the man had severed a gas pipe and was threatening to blow up the building.

After warning the assailant PC Tennant released Ozzy, who tackled the man to the ground where he was disarmed and arrested. The daring dog’s intervention prevented the man from harming himself, and potentially others, as well as causing extensive damage to the building.

Commenting on the award, PC Brian Tennant said: “Ozzy has been a loyal and exemplary police dog throughout his career. He has assisted with apprehending numerous criminals, saved lives and prevented countless injuries to members of the public and fellow police officers. Receiving the PDSA Gold Medal is a fitting end to his distinguished career, I am incredibly proud of him.”

Sweep cleans up

Police Dog (PD) Sweep, a Working Cocker Spaniel, received a PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding devotion to duty while working as a Detection Dog for Lothian and Borders Police and Police Scotland.

Eleven-year-old PD Sweep was trained to detect drugs, firearms and cash and was the UK’s only Poison Detection Dog.

During his service PD Sweep has undoubtedly made Scotland safer for both civilians and wildlife.

PC Rhona Meikle , who worked alongside Sweep, said: “He has made a huge contribution to the fight against crime in Scotland. I’ve always known he’s special and now so does everyone else.”

Sabby the loving Lab

Thirteen-year-old Labrador Sabby (Sabakka) was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit in recognition of her role supporting vulnerable people.

Sabby retired in 2016 after a distinguished ten-year career working with the NHS Lanarkshire Learning Disability Occupational Therapy Service team, helping people with learning disabilities both in the community and the hospital.

She also worked alongside clinical psychologists supporting patients who suffer from extreme dog phobias.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, Jacqueline Evans, said: “After many years of devoted service, it is wonderful that Sabby’s skills and commitment to our patients have been recognised by PDSA.”