It comes just days after veteran member Laser retired at the age of 80
The furry recruits-in-training are Thor, a male German Shepherd, Ógie, a female German Shepherd and RIP who is a Dutch Shepherd.RIP the Dutch Shepherd. Image: An Garda Síochána"At present they're being taught obedience while they become familiarised with the likely sights and experiences that they will encounter," Gardaí have said.
The Garda Dog Unit was first established over 63 years ago, and has become an integral part of policing in Ireland."Dogs can do what no human or technology can, by virtue of their powerful sense of smell," Gardaí explained.After a decade long career serving the people of Ireland, Laser hangs up his Garda harness this week and will retire in bliss at home in Cork with his best friend and handler, Garda Pat Harrington.
"There will be lots more much deserved lie-in's and playtime as he enjoys his 80's after a long and distinguished police career," it added.Biden: Putin and Hamas want to 'annihilate' neighbouring democracies
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