American Humane announced the finalists for the 2023 Hero Dog Awards, including five adorable and impactful pups. The organization, headquartered in Washington, D.C., was founded in 1877 — the country ...

Five standout dogs are helping to improve the lives of others — including in the areas of physical and mental health. Now they're being recognized nationally for their work. The American Humane Hero ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. After all, dogs naturally gravitate toward the person who cares for them and gives them a sense of belonging, and over time, that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A Connecticut service dog has been named a top 25 semifinalist in the 2024 Hero Dog Awards after being credited with saving the ...

A canine winner has been crowned. American Humane announced its 13th annual Hero Dog Award — and the honors go to a 150-pound therapy dog. Maverick is a European Blue Great Dane who was nominated for ...

Ruby, the German shepherd/Labrador Retriever mix, brought help to her owner when the man fainted and fell into a ditch Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since ...

Two-year-old Charlie is being honored as a hero after saving the lives of people in two burning houses This is one good boy. A two-year-old dog is being recognized as the hero he is after saving his ...

The decorated K9s named Mattis, Kurt and TTirado served in various law enforcement roles. The dogs' handlers shared stories of their partners' bravery, impact, and lasting legacies. The Michigan War ...