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Animal Hero Heroes

6 animal hero heroes honored by the people whose lives they changed.

Nashville, TN

Therapy dog who comforted Covenant School survivors wins national Hero Dog Award

Dallas, TX

Shot in the chest protecting his partner, this Dallas K9 earned the Medal of Valor

Burbank, CA

Burbank police dog gave his life to protect officers during a dangerous manhunt

Miami-Dade County, FL

Miami-Dade narcotics K9 killed in the line of duty, honored at National Police Week in Washington, D.C.

Glassboro, NJ

From dogfighting survivor to ASPCA Dog of the Year, Vivian Peyton changed lives at every turn

Fargo, ND

Fargo narcotics K9 inducted into North Dakota's Animal Hall of Fame after years of dedicated service

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