Meet the Winner of the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards®
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards. Maverick, a 150-pound European Blue Great Dane in the Therapy Dogs category—which is sponsored by The Brady Hunter Foundation—has clutched the coveted title. The American Humane Hero Dog Awards is a nationwide competition that searches for and recognizes America's standout dogs in five categories: Therapy Dogs; Service and Guide Dogs; Military Dogs; Law Enforcement and First Responder Dogs; and Shelter Dogs.
- Congratulations to America's New Top Dog: Therapy Dog Maverick
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane , the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards . - "We are so excited to name Maverick as American Humane's 2023 Hero Dog, a distinction that is well-deserved for him and his handler Kelly," said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.
- "The American Humane Hero Dog Awards celebrate America's often unsung heroes," said philanthropist and platinum presenting sponsor Lois Pope.
- Without them, the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards would not be possible.