Dogs are the protagonists of unusual events associated with incredible feats, which have left their mark on the lives of populations, which have been the basis of mythical legends, others have become film or television actors and many others into charming adventure characters … in short, a fascinating world of famous dogs that today we want to share with you.
Famous dogs in museums
Owney
The embalmed body of this dog is on display at the National Postal Museum and as a sample of his great contributions to the Albany Post Office in New York. During 11 years he accumulated 1,017 medals and postage stamps as a way to pay tribute to his merits in the North American territory, but he was also transferred by steamboats in the international mail to Asia and Europe. He died in 1897.
Barry
Barry’s embalmed body is on display at the Natural History Museum in Bern, Switzerland. It is a dog of the Saint Bernard breed , considered the most famous in history. It is questioned whether he starred in a heroic rescue of 40 lost travelers told in many stories. He lived at the Hospicio de San Bernardo helping the hospice monks until 1814 when he died.
Balto
The story goes that this Siberian Husky traveled more than 1000 kilometers in a snowstorm, to bring diphtheria vaccines to a remote town in Alaska. It is exhibited in the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and also has a statue in Central Park.
Dogs immortalized with statues and monuments
The stories of monuments to famous dogs come to us from all latitudes, here are some examples.
Hachiko
This white Akita breed dog accompanied his owner to the Shibuya train station near Odate in Japan every day. The dogs of this breed are very loyal and proof of this is that every day they awaited the return of their beloved patron. One day the professor passed away at the University and his pet waited for his return for 9 years without caring about the snow or the sun. He died in 1935. In the place where Hachiko was usually waiting for his beloved teacher, a bronze statue stands as a tribute to the fidelity of man’s best friend.
Malchik
In the Moscow metro, the monument erected in homage to this stray dog immortalizes the claim to compassion for animals. This stray dog was killed by a Muscovite who was later declared mentally ill, but received the rejection of the residents and today symbolizes the defense towards respect for the lives of dogs .
Chonino
The statue of this German shepherd was cast in bronze as a symbol of the courage of a Buenos Aires police security dog. The story goes that in his work with the police some suspects were found and the dog threw himself to arrest them and as a result a bullet hit him and he died on June 2, being declared that day as Dog Day.
Smoky
This Yorkshire dog participated in 12 rescue operations and 150 air strikes. She shared the life and feats of the soldiers and her courageous actions made communication possible with her allies, she was awarded 8 stars for the courage shown in combat. A monument was erected to him in Cleveland Park.
Dogs protagonists of great feats
Mathias
Dog of the Boxer breed that was conferred the Iron Cross in Germany for helping 17 soldiers wounded in World War II.
Laika
Dog that became famous as he starred in a feat of being the first dog sent into space aboard the Sputnik 2 spacecraft in 1957 and thus contributing to the development of the Russian space program.
Calf
During the Spanish conquest of American territories he assisted the Spanish army. He died from a poisoned arrow.
Stubby
During World War I, he helped locate wounded American soldiers. The American and French governments awarded him numerous medals and decorations.
Trakr
In the most recent history when the attack on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001, this specimen of German Shepherd among the rubble located survivors.
Famous dogs starring in series and movies
The list of famous dogs in this category would be endless, from the most classic to the most recent movies have dogs as central protagonists. Among the most recognized are:
Rin Tin Tin
The most classic of dogs, this German shepherd, interpreter of numerous series and movies is remembered by generations who admired his performances.
Lassie
This specimen of the Collies breed is the main character in series and movies since the 1940s and is considered one of the most emblematic.
Scooby Doo
This Great Dane has become a symbol of charm for its ability to solve police cases, it has transcended several generations.
Snoopy
Character of American children’s comics, his image appears on all kinds of articles, he is very popular, loved and admired.
These famous dogs are joined by Benji, Cujo, Hunt Duck, White Fang, Zero, Jake, Uggie, Capi, Aibo, Cerberus, Rufo, Rex, Ren, Brian Griffin, or Bones the famous Simpsons dog and what to say about the Queen and the Gulf of Lady and the Tramp.
And there is still much to say about these dogs that have made history and are also the protagonists of these dog stories.
