RPD Spud

What are the highlights from Spud’s career?

“We were asked to search a property as part of a major inquiry but Spud only recovered a small amount of drugs. We then continued to search a large wooded area nearby and Spud’s demeanour changed; he indicated at a large log and a holdall was found inside with £20,000 worth of drugs inside! Needless to say, I was a very proud mum.”

What does retirement look like for Spud?

“Spud loves retirement! He loves a cosy bed, good food and plenty walks and a swim in the river. He has been on adventures with us up in the Moray Coast which has stunning beaches.”

What’s your favourite memory with Spud since he retired?

“Watching him running along the beaches and swimming in the sea in the Moray Firth area with RPD Luna and watching them both have the time of their lives. Our police dogs work so hard for us it is just lovely to watch them have that freedom they so deserve in retirement. That area holds many great childhood memories for me, it’s just great returning with my retired police dogs.”

Tell us a funny story about Spud…

“Spud is a very loving wee fella, when family and friends come round to visit there is a pattern of behaviour I can predict. Spud greets them on arrival and whilst I am making a cup of tea Spud quietly gets to work by giving them the puppy dog eyes to gently making his way up onto their knees then before you know it, he’s lying back in their arms snoring his head off! My German shepherds just watch on and roll their eyes!”