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Hero Pets and Amazing Animals

Pets can be heroes too! Read stories about amazing, brave animals.

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Troubled Teen Cares for Unwanted Dog

When a troubled teen cares for an unwanted dog, the healing begins for both.

Teens Bond With Dogs

At Echo Green Children's Center, a state-operated juvenile correctional facility in Snoqualmie, Washington, a program brings unwanted dogs and incarcerated kids together to heal and bond.

Is Your Pet a Hero?

Tell us what makes your pet a hero.

Cute Pet Gallery

Irresistable photos of precious puppies, cuddly kittens, and other interesting pets submitted by readers.

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  • 1Hero Pets
    These pets have earned their keep, proving themselves to be more than just companions.
  • 2A Pony Tale
    For these sick children, Petie rides to the rescue.
  • 3Hero of the Year 2007
    Our Everyday Heroes risk their own lives to help people in trouble. Learn about the people who touched us the most this past year and find out who was named our 2007 Hero of the Year.
  • 4Gandalf and the Search for the Lost Boy
    The trail went cold for the massive team of trackers -- until a dog named Gandalf appeared on the scene.
  • 5Wild Animal Sanctuary
    Some 25,000 wild animals live in captivity outside U.S. zoos, many horribly abused.
  • 6Say What?
    The real skinny on everyday expressions.
  • 7Trapped on the Tracks
    "I know somebody upstairs was looking out for us that day," says Cruz Caldera -- whose heroism saved close to 100 lives.
  • 82006 Hero of the Year: Meet the Winner
    "The Dad" is 2006 Hero of the Year.
  • 9Eye of the Tiger
    A hunter's change of heart.

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