CRIME-fighting canines from Cheshire Police are expecting an extra special treat from Santa Claws this year after their Christmas video racked up thousands of views online.

Lottie the Spaniel (a drugs detection dog), Bonne the German Shepherd (a public order dog) and Bailey the Labrador (an explosives dog) have become overnight stars after their video exploded online.

In just two days, the video has had more than 15,000 views on social media, making the canine crew the Constabulary’s Christmas stars.

The video, titled ‘We’re Dreaming of a Blue Christmas’, highlights how the detective dogs will be tackling offenders this Christmas.

Click on the video below.