When it comes to canine police work, a cute and cuddly short-legged Corgi dog is not the first breed that springs to mind.

But a diminutive doggy of that particular breed has just made an impressive crime-fighting debut in China.

The six-month-old male called Fuzai has appeared at a police camp open day event in Weifang, Shandong province in the east of the country.

For those who questioned whether such a cute-looking dog could effectively overcome obstacles and intimidate suspects, a detailed online profile offered the answers.

Directly after weaning, Fuzai met his handler and quickly showed he was obedient, had hunting ability, a good appetite, energy, and a high degree of possessiveness. All traits that fit the criteria for police dog selection, according to Weifang Public Security Bureau.

Fuzai was donated to the police dog base by its owner to embark on his career.

Wang Yanan, head of the Weifang Public Security Bureau’s Police Dog Base, said that at two months old, Fuzai’s abilities had already exceeded many of his peers, making him “a more progressive Corgi”.

As a reserve police dog, Fuzai embarked on a rigorous training regime, encompassing daily morning and afternoon sessions that covered a variety of disciplines, including obedience, bomb detection and scent work.