The Dogs
All of our dogs are registered with the Kennel Club and their bloodlines can be traced back for five generations, many of which are lines from working and champion gundogs. This ensures optimal health and happiness for our teammates.
Our dogs have learned one of the hardest disciplines available to a detection dog. They are loyal, hardworking and will always ask their handler for help when they need it.
All of our Dogs are ‘Dual Purpose Drug Detection Dogs’, trained to find illegal drugs carried on people as well as in areas.
Axel
Date of birth: 11th September 2015
Registered name: “Castleside Aurora”
Breed: Labrador
Our largest and strongest dog. Axel is a very driven, focused and determined search dog.
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Blade - Retired
Now retired, Blade is pictured here with his award in recognition of 9 years service to Dogs Against Drugs and Shetland upon his retirement. View Photos
Bravo
Date of birth: 7th June 2021
Registered name: ‘Hazy Highlander’
Breed: English springer spaniel
Bravo is bold, confident and keen to work. He loves being rewarded with treats and cuddles.
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Echo
Date of birth: 22nd September 2024
Registered name: ‘Kenleap Velvet Chord’
Breed: Labrador
Our latest recruit to join our team, Echo comes from a great lineage and his uncle is our drugs dog Oscar.
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Oscar
Date of birth: 11th March 2018
Registered name: ‘Kenaiteen Menorca’
Breed: Labrador
Oscar is very kind natured and sociable whilst also being a highly successful search dog.
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Thor - Retired
Date of birth: 21st August 2014
Registered name: “Castleside Eclipse”
Breed: Labrador
Now retired, Thor is pictured here with his award in recognition of 9 years loyal service to Dogs Against Drugs and Shetland.
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Buzz - Shetland's First Drug Dog (Retired)
The charity’s first drug dog. Read More