Everyday Super Heroes:Sniffer Dogs

The police dogs who were busy sniffing out suspect packages in the aftermath of the 7th July bombings have been awarded PDSA gold medals.

Labradors Vinnie and Billy plus spaniel Jake were given the awards at St James's Palace.

All 3 dogs were on duty at the bomb sites searching for secondary devices in difficult circumstances. They did their duty calmly and professionally and made sure the area was safe allowing rescue personnel to enter the area.

The usual police recommendation would be that all three dogs acted in the highest standards and traditions of the police service. They are a credit to the police and the nation.

Every day police dogs are going above and beyond the call of duty putting themselves at risk to uphold the law. They deserve the superhero pants of honour.

For a handler on behalf of all police handlers and their dogs I shall leave the last word to PC Rob Brydon-Brown talking about Billy:

"Billy is a good lad... every working day I put my trust in Billy and he has never let me down."

- PC Rob Brydon Brown, City of London Police