A blue heeler by the name of Max became the first honorary police dog in Queensland’s history on May 1, as local authorities followed through on a promise made after Max helped ensure the safe return of a lost three-year-old girl.Queensland Police Service promised Max would receive the honor after he stayed with a toddler named Aurora, who became lost in a “mountainous” and "inhospitable " area of Warwick, in southeast Queensland, on the night of April 20. Aurora was found the next morning, with Max leading rescue workers and the child’s grandmother, Leisa Marie Bennett, to her.In footage released on May 1, 17-year-old Max is seen being gifted an official Queensland Police Service collar and medallion. Credit: Queensland Police Service via Storyful