Happy Gotcha Day Rin Tin Tin

94 years ago today a US Air Force WWI pilot was searching through the rubble of a bombed out German Airfield in France when he discovered a litter of German Shepherd puppies.  The pilot, whose name was Lee Duncan, adopted two of the puppies, a male and a female.  Sadly the female, Nanette, died shortly thereafter, but the male, went onto become the most famous canine film star of all time---Rin Tin Tin. 

Happy Gotcha Day to Rin Tin Tin! 

If you want to read our other posts on Rinty, here are the links

Rin Tin Tin The Life and The Legend-Book Review

Historical Hounds-Rin Tin

 

Hero Dogs

Check out this slide show of these beautiful dogs whose heroic efforts 11 years ago saved lives and comforted mourners.  In their advanced years there faces are so noble and calm:
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Hero Dogs-Vote

If you go to the American Humane Association website, you can vote for this years hero dog from one of 8 finalists.  The dogs are all amazing.  I personally voted for K-9 Sage, 12 years old, and a remains detection dog and cancer survivor.  Vote here