Sherlock: The Fire Brigade Dog

Meet Sherlock, the bravest dog on watch with a nose for saving lives, keeping the streets of London safe, day and night.

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear special boots and work for the simple reward of a tennis ball. Meet Sherlock... the crime-fighting fire investigation dog.

Meet Sherlock, the bravest dog on watch, keeping the streets of London safe, day and night. 
 
When firefighter Paul was offered the chance to work with a young, energetic, Cocker Spaniel as part of the Fire Investigation Dog unit, he knew that D-Day ­– that's D for Dog Day – was going to be something special. Enter Sherlock, a furry ball of power-packed chaos. 
 
But this dog was like no other. He was the pride of the Fire Brigade. One of the most talented and extraordinary dogs the fire brigade had ever trained. 
 
Paul instantly knew they would be a force to be reckoned with. 
 
Forming an unbreakable bond, Paul and Sherlock have investigated hundreds of the most dangerous fire scenes, and with Sherlock's nose for identifying causes of fire, have kept London safe. 
 
This the incredible true story of London Fire Brigade’s top dog on the watch.

Paul Osborne is a fire investigation officer who has been with the Fire Brigade for over 20 years. In 2013, Paul was selected to be a Hydrocarbon Dog Handler, one of just 14 teams across the country. He was paired up with the bright-eyed Cocker Spaniel, Sherlock to help make London a safer city. 
 
Sherlock is a five-year old Cocker Spaniel with a nose for sniffing out ignitable liquids. He is very fond of tennis balls.

The full, true story of the dog featured on the cover of Clare Balding's HEROIC ANIMALS 
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The incredible true story of Sherlock, the brave dog with a nose for saving lives. 
 
Firefighter Paul Osborne works with the Fire Investigation Dog unit, where he handles Sherlock - an excitable, bright-eyed cocker spaniel. 
 
What makes Sherlock different? He's the most talented investigative dog the Fire Brigade has ever produced, capable of identifying extraordinarily subtle traces and scents even after thousand-degree blazes - even when he has to wear special protective boots due to the dangerous environments. 
 
Today, Paul and Sherlock fearlessly plunge into the most dramatic fire scenes in London, helping to keep the capital safe around the clock. With remarkable insight into the life of London's most heroic working dog, this inspiring account of the London Fire Brigade's four-legged heroes will delight and amaze. 
 
Foreword by Dany Cotton, Commissioner for The London Fire Brigade 
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Winners of the Mirror and RSPCA Animal Hero Awards 2017 
 
Written in collaboration with and with full support from the London Fire Brigade

Paul Osborne

The full, true story of the dog featured on the cover of Clare Balding's HEROIC ANIMALS 
____________________ 
 The incredible true story of Sherlock, the brave dog with a nose for saving lives. 
 
 Firefighter Paul Osborne works with the Fire Investigation Dog unit, where he handles Sherlock - an excitable, bright-eyed cocker spaniel. 
 
What makes Sherlock different? He's the most talented investigative dog the Fire Brigade has ever produced, capable of identifying extraordinarily subtle traces and scents even after thousand-degree blazes - even when he has to wear special protective boots due to the dangerous environments. 
 
Today, Paul and Sherlock fearlessly plunge into the most dramatic fire scenes in London, helping to keep the capital safe around the clock. With remarkable insight into the life of London's most heroic working dog, this inspiring account of the London Fire Brigade's four-legged heroes will delight and amaze. 
 
 Foreword by Dany Cotton, Commissioner for The London Fire Brigade 
 ____________________ 
 Winners of the Mirror and RSPCA Animal Hero Awards 2017 
 
 Written in collaboration with and with full support from the London Fire Brigade

Paul Osborne

Praise for A Brave Dog Named Sherlock

Heartwarming

He is absolutely remarkable.

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear special boots and work for the simple reward of a tennis ball. Meet Sherlock... the crime-fighting fire investigation dog.

Heartwarming

He is absolutely remarkable.

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear special boots and work for the simple reward of a tennis ball. Meet Sherlock... the crime-fighting fire investigation dog.

Heartwarming

He is absolutely remarkable.

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear special boots and work for the simple reward of a tennis ball. Meet Sherlock... the crime-fighting fire investigation dog.

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