If you want a career in the police force, you’ve got to expect some action from time-to-time – but for one amazing doggy detective that’s putting it mildly.

Brave police dog Brewster is about to retire after ten eventful years in the job, which has seen him help seize drugs, cash and weapons from around the county.

The gutsy spaniel trotted out on duty with handler, PC Dave Pert, for the final time last week, marking the end of a successful career with The Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire (BCH) Dog Unit.

The superhound, who has now reached 13 years of age, originally came from North Yorkshire where his owners decided to gift him to the police after realising he had too much energy for them.

Within three weeks of taking Brewster on, the naturally inquisitive canine was fully trained and licensed as a drugs, cash and weapons detection dog.

The springer spaniel, who has two different coloured eyes, began active service in August 2005 and has been on patrol with his handler ever since.

Brewster’s specialist nose, which was trained to detect various types of drugs in vehicles, buildings and open spaces, was utilised at a number of incidents and warrants over the years.

Among his recent finds, the hound detected items suspected to be cannabis in Watford last year leading to a number of arrests.

Brewster has also taken part in multi-agency operations at service stations on key roads including the M1 and M25, playing his part in stopping the transport of illegal drugs and cash.

As well as tackling crime, Brewster and his handler also helped promote the police and spread crime prevention messages, as they made appearances at schools and clubs.

The spaniel’s retirement will be spent in company with his handler where he will be able to enjoy all of his favourite past-times including chasing tennis balls, swimming in rivers, eating dog treats and napping.