The prestigious National Police Dog Trials were held in Wakefield today.
West Yorkshire Police have hosted the 64th annual National Police Dog Trials - which brought together the UK’s top police dog teams to compete at the free to attend family event in Nostell, Wakefield.
The competition saw a total of 21 police dogs and handlers from forces across the country and showcases their exceptional skills, dedication and service to public safety.
Specialist officers and their trusted canine friends were tested in three phases - tracking a person using their scent, searching an area for hidden suspects, and criminal work, obedience and agility.
Yorkshire Evening Post photographer James Hardisty attended the final day of the prestigious event...
1. National Police Dogs Trials held at Nostell
PC Lee Geary from West Yorkshire Dog Section with police dog Mason. | James Hardisty
2. National Police Dogs Trials held at Nostell
Phoebe Shine, aged 6, of Rothwell, Leeds, with PC Donna Smith. | James Hardisty
3. National Police Dogs Trials held at Nostell
Pictured Chief Constable West Yorkshire Police Sir John Robins, with PC Duncan Matthew and one of their specialist sniffer dog. | James Hardisty
4. National Police Dogs Trials held at Nostell
PC Claire Harrison, from Sussex Police Force in the main arena working her police dog called Raven. | James Hardisty
5. National Police Dogs Trials held at Nostell
Police dog Raven has eyes only for his handler, PC Claire Harrison, from Sussex Police Force. | James Hardisty
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PC Paul Bubb, acting as a suspect, being stopped by police dog Raven. | James Hardisty