Friends –

The arrival of Spring is a perfect time to look toward the future and envision a healthier, happier life for animals around the world.

We also want to take time to look back at the incredible and critical work American Humane has accomplished to save animal lives. Thanks to you, American Humane certified two Oscar Award Winning films, and is now serving on the board for the United States Roundtable for Sustainable Poultry and Egg (US-RSP&E). As Summer approaches, we also want to prepare for storm season, which could threaten our communities and the lives and habitats of our beloved animals. Because of your support, our rescue team is ready to deploy in times of disaster and I am so proud of their brave, essential work.

We ended 2023 with the 13th Annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards® hosted by Christie Brinkley and Carson Kressley, which aired on A&E and fyi, Network. During this incredible event, we celebrated America’s standout working dogs including Lieutenant K-9 Poppy, service and guide dog Moxie, therapy dog Maverick, military working dog K-9 Buda, and emerging hero and shelter dog Raina. We were thrilled to name Maverick, a six-year-old European Blue Great Dane and a United Service Organizations (USO) therapy dog, our American Humane Hero Dog winner. Stay tuned for updates on when nominations will open for the 14th Annual Hero Dog Awards celebration, where we’ll once again honor the heroes on both ends of the leash.

Keep reading as we dive deeper into our American Humane Hero Dog Awards, share exciting information about a new American Humane Sanctuary, and engage in a personal discussion with Josh Cary, American Humane’s National Director for Rescue. We will also tell heartwarming stories of reunifications between military working dogs and veterans, including U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Mike and his K-9 companion John, and Joly, a German Shepherd, who traveled for 7,500 miles from the Middle East to the U.S. to be back with her former Master-at-Arms Brian.

I hope you enjoy our latest stories of compassion, hope and love. Please follow American Humane on social media for the latest breaking news and inspiring tales from our animal world. On behalf of each and every one of the beautiful creatures we help every day, thank you for your care and support!

Sincerely,

Robin R. Ganzert, Ph.D.
President and CEO