Mandy Chapman is a former Metropolitan Police Officer who commenced her career at Southwark. Her desire was always to become a dog handler and following a successful application and period of training she was posted to Catford Dogs.
Upon completion of her 30years of service she began volunteering for Essex Police it was during this period she was selected to become the custodian of Baloo. Baloo is a Belgian Malinois and in October 2018, Baloo’s career as a police dog was prematurely ended when she was hit by the car being driven by a suspected criminal as they fled a crime scene. Sadly, Baloo’s injuries were so severe that she needed metal plates screwed into both sides of her pelvis and her front leg amputated.
Mandy is a a very busy person and works with many important organisations
Mandy and Baloo have been guests of honour at Crufts with Chief Constable Pippa Mills and was delighted when her friend Clare Todd and Stella won the Hero Dog award
Mandy And Baloo will attend events and support officers who need a figurative arm around their shoulder at their time of need. There is a Team Baloo Fund that people can contribute to, to ensure that the great work that Mandy and Baloo carryout can continue.
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