American Humane’s 2025 Hero Dogs will strut their stuff at The Breakers January 8
Source: Palm Beach Illustrated
By Judy Alexandra DiEdwardo
If you’re looking for a hero, there will be plenty in attendance at American Humane’s fourteenth annual Hero Dog Awards, slated for January 8 at The Breakers. The “Oscars for Canines” competition and fundraiser is the brainchild of Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane, who was inspired to create a platform to celebrate canines that perform incredible acts of bravery, loyalty, and service. “As the certifying body that ensures ‘no animals were harmed in the making of a movie,’ American Humane has been part of Hollywood for the past 90 years and deserved its own competition and award show,” Ganzert explains. Since its inception, this annual competition has seen thousands of canines nominated and millions of votes cast in five categories, including law enforcement/first responder, service/guide, therapy, military, and shelter dogs. The star-studded event will be co-hosted once again by supermodel, actress, and entrepreneur Christie Brinkley and TV personality Carson Kressley. PBI caught up with the canine-cuddling trio to learn more.