Sgt. Rex: Marine Corps Hero

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Fido: Abraham Lincoln’s First ‘First Dog’

Today, Abraham Lincoln is famous for his presidency, and for signing the Emancipation Proclamation. But he was known in his own lifetime for eccentricities like his love of animals, and his close relationship with a small stray mutt named Fido. Learn more about your ad choices. V ...  Show more

Higgins: From Stray to Star

In 1958, animal trainer Frank Inn spotted a dirty, homeless mutt in an animal shelter. He took the pup, named Higgins, home... and made history. That humble stray became one of the biggest leading dogs in Hollywood, headlining the beloved Benji franchise. Learn more about your ad ...  Show more

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