Born on a farm in Switzerland, Buddy was far more than just an ordinary 1920s working dog. She was a German Shepherd bred to fight alongside soldiers, help police track criminals, and assist the Red Cross. But Buddy’s true destiny was yet to come—becoming America's first seeing-eye dog.
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Jul 2020
Sgt. Rex: Marine Corps Hero
In 2006, Mike Dowling and Megan Leavey were each desperate to adopt their bomb-detecting partner in the Marines: Rex the German Shepherd. But they’d have to fight the U.S. government, life-changing injuries, and even each other in order to bring their beloved Sergeant home. Learn ... Show More
49m 13s
Jul 2020
Fido: Abraham Lincoln’s First ‘First Dog’
Today, Abraham Lincoln is famous for his presidency, and for signing the Emancipation Proclamation. But he was known in his own lifetime for eccentricities like his love of animals, and his close relationship with a small stray mutt named Fido. Learn more about your ad choices. V ... Show More
41m 29s
Jun 2020
Higgins: From Stray to Star
In 1958, animal trainer Frank Inn spotted a dirty, homeless mutt in an animal shelter. He took the pup, named Higgins, home... and made history. That humble stray became one of the biggest leading dogs in Hollywood, headlining the beloved Benji franchise. Learn more about your ad ... Show More
37 m
Nov 2023
Super Soul Special: Faith, the Two-Legged Dog
Original Air Date: December 25, 2019Oprah talks about the many ways animals teach and inspire us. Oprah shares the lessons she's learned from her own dogs and from other animals featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Oprah says one of her greatest teachers was her beloved dog, Sophi ... Show More
24m 46s
Mar 2019
The War of the Stray Dog: How Far Would You Go For Your Pet?
After the fall of the Ottoman Empire, it didn't take the newly-independent nations of Greece and Bulgaria long to begin bickering over their borders. Throughout the early 1920s, small bands of peasants from both countries routinely crossed the border to steal livestock, damage pr ... Show More
34m 58s
Sep 2020
Cesar Millan: From Illegal Immigrant to American Dream
Jada invites her longtime friend Cesar Millan, the world-renowned "Dog Whisperer," to the Smith home for a conversation about his remarkable journey to America. From his harrowing attempts to cross the border as an illegal immigrant to his international TV stardom, Cesar tells al ... Show More
21m 40s
Feb 2024
Enhancing Lives, One Guide Dog at a Time
On this episode of Our American Stories, Christine Benninger is the CEO of Guide Dogs for the Blind, the largest guide dog school in North America. She shares about the unique training process for these extraordinary animals and the special bond they share with their owner.
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20m 18s
Apr 2024
Dog Dad Red Flags ft. Dog Zaddy
Back for a casual and fun episode with Carly and her husband Michael aka DOG ZAD!They talk Japan, life updates, and NYT games. Then off a very short notice prompt from Carly, Dog Zad shares a few red flags to look out for if you're searching for a Dog Dad. FOLLOW WITH A DOG:Insta ... Show More
38m 48s