Hero Dogs

The Hero Dog Awards Honors America's Best Friends

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Nov 9, 2012 — The American Humane Association honored eight dogs at its awards gala hosted by Kristin Chenoweth.
Hero Dog Saves Her Owner from Choking to Death

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Oct 30, 2012 — Sheba the Akita slammed a paw on her owner's back, saving her life. This dog is simply amazing.
Rescue Dog Saves Baby's Life

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Oct 17, 2012 — In the middle of the night, the hero dog Duke alerted his pet parents that their baby had stopped breathing.

Kabang, the Hero Dog Without a Snout, Arrives at UC Davis

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Oct 16, 2012 — She saved two children from a speeding motorcycle in the Philippines, but paid a dear price. Now Kabang is getting the care she needs.
Brandi the Beagle Survives 70-Foot Jump Off Bridge

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Sep 24, 2012 — After running away and finding herself on a crowded bridge, Brandi only had one way to go: down.
Missy, Left on a Mountain, Goes Home With Her Rescuer

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Sep 19, 2012 — Anthony Ortolani was caught in a storm and abandoned the German Shepherd on a Colorado peak. He has finally given her up.
German Shepherd Stands Watch Over His Owner's Grave -- For Six Years

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Sep 17, 2012 — In Argentina, a dog named Capitan remains his human's best friend, eternally.