Courageous Canine Who Lost His Legs-But Not His Hope-is Named 2021 Hero Dog of the Year
A four-year-old hound mix named Boone that lost both his legs from abuse, then became a therapy dog, just won the 2021 Hero Dog Awards
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These Dogs are Changing The World Through Their Pawsome Heroism
A Milk-Bone campaign has hailed ten incredible pups as "Dogs Who Changed The World". You can submit your own hero hound story, too.
Comfort Dogs Have Flown From All Over the Country to Orlando
Professionally trained comfort dogs from at least nine states have arrived in Orlando to help people affected by Sunday's nightclub attack.
Last 9/11 Rescue Dog Receives Full Honors, Continues to Serve After Her Passing -Watch
First responders form a "Wall of Honor" for the last of the 9/11 search-and-rescue dogs as she passes away two months shy of her 17th birthday.
Veteran and His Service Dog Struggling to Find Work Are Finally Hired
Up until Lowe's signed the employment papers, Charlotte and Clay had had a hard time finding a job that would accept the inseparable duo.
Watch Veteran's Reaction When NBA Surprises Him With Service Dog He's Been Waiting For
Sgt. 1st Class Luciano Yulfo gave his all to the military during his 36 years of service – so the NBA wanted to thank him with a sweet new service dog.
Diabetic Boy Saves Pennies for 4 Years, Finally Gets Beloved Service Dog
8-year-old Aiden Heath saved all of his coins for 4 years just so he could get a service dog for his diabetes – and now, he finally has one named Angel.
New York State's First Pit Bull K9 Officer Changes Her Breed's Image (WATCH)
Kiah the pit bull went from being an abused pup in a grocery store parking lot to the top dog on the Poughkeepie police force.
This Video of Service Puppies in Training Will Melt Your Heart
These puppy prodigies-in-training can already unzip a jacket, turn on a light switch, and fetch the mail – they're just as cute as they are clever.
Service Dog Hired to Soothe Nerves of Youth Testifying in Court
Merel is the first service dog in Ontario who has been trained to comfort and support nervous children willing to testify in court.
This Service Dog Has Become the Most Popular Worker on College Campus
If someone you know may need a service dog to get through the day, the story of Galaxy may be an inspiration to take action.
When Dog Saves Owner From Suicide, the Army Veteran Starts Chain of 'Pawing' It Forward
Christy Gardner says that she owes her life to her service dog - and as a means of repaying her debt to the canine, she decided to pay it forward.
New Documentary Voiced by Chris Evans Follows the World's Most Amazing Service Dogs (Trailer)
This emotional new documentary shows that not all heroes wear capes - some of them just have four legs and a tail.
Service Dog Who Can Fetch Food, Clothing, and Pay for Shopping Has Transformed This Woman's Life
Sally Whitney also credits her beloved 5-year-old pup as the reason she has a husband and university research job.
Watch George H. W. Bush's Service Dog Take the Most Adorable Vow of Service to Bring Joy to Veterans
Sully the yellow Labrador was recently sworn in for his new job serving at a veterans hospital, and the ceremony was pawsitively adorable.
Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins Pay $2 Million to Bring Hundreds of Therapy Dogs into Children's Hospitals
Hospital dogs offer a huge amount of physical and emotional relief to young patients - which is why these food companies are paying to provide more of them.
Three-Legged Goldendoodle That Cheated Death Now Changes Lives
Hope is no ordinary dog. After nearly being killed 2 years ago, she's using her new ‘leash' on life to help the elderly and children with autism.
She's Given My Manhood Back: Dog Changes Wounded Vet's Life
When a U.S. Army captain returned home from Iraq in late 2008, he began to worry that the darkness and anguish might not ever lift. Then, he met Liz, a gentle, loyal and smart service dog from Canine Companions for Independence.
Blind Chihuahua has a Guide Dog and Best Friend
Seeing eye dogs usually help blind people get around, but at one Florida Humane Society, there's one little dog who's actually helping out a four-legged friend. Sarah is visually impaired and Max acts as her seeing-eye dog.
"Smiley" Dog Born Without Eyes Serves as Beacon for Disabled
Rescued from a puppy mill, "Smiley," a dog born without eyes, is living up to his name, inspiring others with his sweet disposition after overcoming a heartbreaking past.
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