Sniffer dog gets awarded
An army search dog who died after his handler was killed in Afghanistan will be awarded a posthumous medal today.
Springer spaniel Theo, who trained with Lance Corporal Liam Tasker at RAF North Luffenham in Rutland, will receive the PDSA Dickin Medal, known as the animals' equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
Midlands search dog awarded animals' 'Victoria Cross'
A military dog who broke records for his work in Afghanistan has been awarded the highest honour given to animals in action.
Sniffer dog to get 'Victoria Cross' for animals
A sniffer dog who died after his army handler was killed in Afghanistan is to be given a posthumous award for its heroic actions.