MEET

RPD Bane

Breed of dogGerman Shepherd

Location of servitudeCambridgeshire Constabulary

Type of serviceGeneral Purpose

ConditionCardiac tumour

Grant amount received£3,700

Year of birth to year of death2017-2026

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  • Retired police dog Bane on a walk
  • Retired police dog Bane sitting on a bench

MEET RETIRED POLICE DOG BANE

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What are the highlights from Bane’s career?

“Bane had a good record for catching everyone he was ever sent to find; he’s so good with his nose that no scent goes undetected and, even in retirement, he’s always finding things on walks!”

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What does retirement look like for Bane?

“Retirement is very relaxed for Bane, we take life at his pace to ensure he’s comfortable. He is spoiled with treats and toys and regularly comes on holidays and adventures around the UK. He loves going in the car and a trip to get a coffee before or after a walk!”

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What are Bane’s favourite things?

“Bane loves going in the car, a trip to the coffee shop before or after a walk, a yummy ‘Bonio’ treat, and squeezing into your lap even though he’s too big!”

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Tell us a funny story about Bane…

“He sneaks into our bed on a Sunday morning and sleeps in until 11am like a teenager even though he usually gets up at 6.30am for his walks!”

HOW WE HELPED RETIRED POLICE DOG BANE IN RETIREMENT

RPD Bane worked as a general purpose police dog with Cambridgeshire Constabulary for five years and spent his final year as a firearms support dog, before retiring in July 2023. 

CJay Callaghan worked at the same force and saw Bane advertised on the intranet when his handler couldn’t keep him on his retirement. She adopted him in September 2023.  

She said: “Bane is a gentle giant but he forgets how fragile his legs are and how frightening his bark is to people who don’t know him!”

Retired police dog Bane sitting on a bench
Retired police dog Bane with his owner, CarleighJay

The nine-year-old German Shepherd cross Dutch Herder was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and arthritis which needed careful management. We helped pay for his medication and hydrotherapy.

CJay added: “Bane still thinks he’s a puppy at heart; he throws himself around and plays enthusiastically with every new toy, despite his health conditions.”

Bane fell seriously ill in March 2026 and was rushed to the vets where he was diagnosed with a cardiac tumour. He received treatment and returned home to spend his final days with his loving family before he died surrounded by those who adored him.

Retired police dog Bane enjoys a walk at the beach

IN MEMORY OF

RPD BANE 2017-2026

‘Bane was the light of our lives, we’re left with so much sadness. He taught and showed us so much in life, words cannot describe the love we had for him. Bane we love you more than you’ll ever know, thank you for choosing us.’ – CJay

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