RPD Luna

What are the highlights from Luna’s career?

“Luna was an exceptional police dog due to her natural ability to track and locate people some of whom were in time-critical situations, each one of these jobs were extremely important to us as a team. The highlights of her career were when Luna was recognised by the Thin Blue Paw Foundation in 2022 and received the Lifesaver Award for her work over the years, which was a wonderful way to end her policing career. In 2024, Luna also won Dog of the Year at the People’s Pet Awards.”

What does retirement look like for Luna?

“Luna enjoys being out and about on coastal and woodland walks. She has settled into a more relaxed pace of life and enjoys time amongst my family who adore her. She is very partial to her roast chicken and steak dinners, too!”

What’s your favourite memory with Luna since she retired?

“Luna and I enjoy heading up to the Moray Firth to have some quality time and make memories together. She loves to walk along the beautiful beaches and swim in the sea. We end our days watching the sun go down on the beaches whilst enjoying fish and chips!”

Tell us a funny story about Luna…

“We attended a housebreaking and, as usual, Luna was on the case tracking through rough terrain when we arrived at a broad ditch which Luna jumped across with ease, leaving me holding onto the tracking line. I thought I could glide over it like a gazelle only to find myself waist-deep in the dirtiest, smelliest ditch water.  Luna turned round and stood over me tilting her head with that expression that said: ‘Seriously, mum?’”