Davey was given a second chance when he was rehomed from Dogs Trust. He went on to give so much to others as a much-loved search dog with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service.

We are heartbroken that, following a short illness, Davey has died with so little time to enjoy his well-earned retirement. Despite specialist veterinary care, the cause of his illness could not be established and he was put to sleep on Saturday 7 November.

Alongside his handler, Lindsay Sielski BEM, Davey supported search and rescue operations following devastating earthquakes overseas. Away from deployments, he touched countless lives through school visits, community events and demonstrations. Above all, he was a much-loved member of Lindsay, Steve and Luca’s family.

In Davey’s memory, we are raising money for the National Foundation for Retired Service Animals (NFRSA), which helps with the cost of veterinary treatment for retired dogs and horses from the police, fire, prison and border force services.

The NFRSA has pledged to cover Davey’s veterinary bill. All money raised through this page will go to the charity to help other retired service animals and their families when they need it most.

We cannot give Davey the long retirement he deserved, but together we can honour his extraordinary life by helping other animals who have given so much.

If you are able to, please donate in Davey’s memory. Every contribution, whatever the amount, will support the NFRSA’s work.

Thank you for your kindness and support, and for helping us remember Davey.

Rest in peace, Davey. Thank you for everything.