Tributes are pouring in for an award-winning search and rescue dog that has sadly passed away. Thirteen-year-old springer spaniel Diesel, who works for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, has spent time rescuing people after earthquakes in New Zealand and Nepal.
Diesel scooped a gong for 'Animal of the Year' for his life-saving work at a London awards ceremony back in 2019. His Commander Gary Carroll previously said that it was a real honour" to attend the awards ceremony.
Diesel was recognised for his contribution to both the SFRS and the UK International Search and Rescue team. But tonight, a statement was posted on social media informing everyone that he was put to sleep.