This week the American Kennel Club has announced the winners of their seventh AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence. This year’s dogs were loyal, hard-working canines that made a significant contribution to the communities in which they live.
Each of the five recipients of the award also receives $1,000 and a sterling-silver collar medallion. This year’s winners are:
Exemplary Companion Dog: “Electra,” an eight-year-old Standard Poodle owned by Mandy Willis of Valrico, FL. has been seven-year-old Mandy Willis’ constant companion since her cancer diagnosis and subsequent chemotherapy treatments began in February 2008.
Search and Rescue Dog: “Sage,” a 10 year old …read more

I just got the news this morning

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