An adorable dog that supports the police and victims has won an award at the Crufts dog show.

Hugo volunteers through the Hertfordshire Constabulary RAPPAW scheme, which sees trained dog owners and their pooches help vulnerable victims and witnesses.

They also provide wellbeing support to officers and staff within the force.

Watford Observer: It was the first time Hugo had entered the competition It was the first time Hugo had entered the competition (Image: Hertfordshire Constabulary)

Two-year-old Hugo, whose competition name is Watercroft Mark One, competed in the prestigious dog show on Saturday, March 11 claiming Best Boy in the Norfolk Terrier post graduate dog class.

Watford Observer: Hugo is a huge hit with everyone, his owner said. Hugo is a huge hit with everyone, his owner said. (Image: Hertfordshire Constabulary)

RAPPAW volunteer PC Jo Healey, who owns Hugo with retired police officer Dee Rayner, said: “Since starting his RAPPAW work 14 months ago, Hugo has been a hit with everyone he meets. 

“This was his first time competing at Crufts so we’re so proud to walk away with the Best Boy title, which is so fitting for him.

Watford Observer: Hugo's competition name is Watercroft Mark OneHugo's competition name is Watercroft Mark One (Image: Hertfordshire Constabulary)

“After the formalities of the competition were over, he was straight back to enjoying cuddles with everyone he met at the show before heading home for a well-earned rest.”

Since being launched in 2016, RAPPAW has provided an invaluable service, enabling officers, through pet therapy, to build trust with vulnerable victims and witnesses, including children and the elderly.