Deadline Approaching for American Humane's Annual Hero Dog Awards Nominations
July 18 2024 - 10:44AM
The deadline is approaching for the American Humane—the country’s
first national animal welfare organization—14th annual Hero Dog
Awards. The nationwide competition searches for and recognizes
America’s standout dogs. Winners are often ordinary four-legged
companions that do extraordinary things—including saving lives on
the battlefield, aiding their human best friend with sight or
hearing, and overall contributing to the wellbeing of people.
In 2023, one of the
finalists was Poppy, a remarkable Labrador Retriever who possesses
skills in detecting firearms and explosives. Poppy is from
Columbia, SC where she works on USC’s campus to help keep
students safe. Poppy is an integral part of safety presentations,
ensuring that every USC student is well-equipped with knowledge and
empowered to face any challenges that may arise.
“Through the Hero Dog
Awards, we honor and celebrate the immense hope, courage, and
quality of life that dogs bring to our lives,” said Dr. Robin
Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “We look forward to
sharing inspiring stories of these canines with the voting public
so we can give our hero dogs the recognition they truly
deserve.”
People across the U.S.
can nominate their four-legged champions at HeroDogAwards.org.
Submit your application
by Thursday, August 1, 20234 and if your dog has an extraordinary
story they could be recognized as an official Hero Dog!
About American
Humane: American Humane is the United States’ first
national humane organization and the world’s largest certifier of
animal welfare, helping to verify the humane treatment of more than
one billion animals across the globe each year. Founded in 1877,
American Humane has been First to Serve™ the cause of animals and
for over 145 years has been at the forefront of virtually every
major advance in the humane movement. For more information or to
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- 2023 Hero Dog Award Finalist
Hero Dog Awards
American Humane
herodoginfo@americanhumane.org