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    Meet the 2012 American Hero Dog and Winner of the Military War Dog Category, Gabe. Although retired, Specialized Search Dog Gabe still serves our country each and every day.

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    New Senior Fellows Announced

    The American Humane Association Senior Fellows bring prestigious experience, innovative ideas, and unparalleled expertise in the areas of animal welfare and child well-being for the American Humane Association research institutes.

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    Endorses American Humane Association

    American Humane Association was on the set of Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained. Tarantino expresses how vital it is to have American Humane Association on set.

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    Keeping Children and Animals Safe

    Read about the impact American Humane Association had on the world in 2012.

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  • Share A Story & Share The Love

    More than man's best friend, Dogs transform lives.

    Support therapy dogs through the Share a Story and Share the Love campaign and CESAR® will make a donation to American Humane Association. Visit cesar.com/therapydogs. Get involved!

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