Finn is one extremely brave police dog. In October 2016, he was stabbed whilst chasing down a robbery suspect alongside PC Dave Wardell. Finn sustained serious stab wounds to the head and chest as he selflessly stood between PC Wardell and the robber.
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He was rushed to hospital and not expected to make it through the night. Miraculously, though, Finn made a full recovery.
However, the assailant was only charged with 'criminal damage' for attacking Finn. This is because animals are considered as property.
This has inspired a campaign known as Finn's Law - which would protect service animals in the future.
