Understanding Animal Heroism

Discover how two Great Danes came to the rescue of a drowning toddler, winning awards for their acts of heroism. Karin tells the dramatic story of how their two Great Danes rescued their toddler in the nick of time. A professor of Animal Welfare considers the word heroism when attached to a dog's act of courage.

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