RPD Wolfie

What are some of the highlights of Wolfie’s career?

“Wolfie has been the most incredible partner. We had many successes and he went on to qualify as a firearms support dog, one of the highest achievements for a working dog. He had many arrests, helped to find high-risk missing persons and had lots of incredible finds during his career.”

Why is your relationship with Wolfie so special?

“After two years off work, bed-ridden, due to ME, I was determined to get back to work. Wolfie and I were put together because my colleagues knew he’d help me get back to work. I didn’t have to re-train with a young, boisterous dog which would have added pressure to my already struggling body and put more strain on my physical health.”

Why did Wolfie retire?

“We had a really busy shift one night and I got him out of the van to track a suspect but I knew instantly that something wasn’t right. His behaviour was completely different. I took him to the vets and they diagnosed him with PTSD, and he was retired straight away.”

What made you adopt Wolfie when he retired?

“There was no doubt he’d be coming home with me; not after what he’d done for me and what we’d been through together.”