When James Conroy adopted a stray dog named Stubby shortly before shipping off for World War I, he thought he was bringing along a cute companion. He had no idea the little dog would save his life...and many others.
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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
47m 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
39m 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
35 m
Mar 2022
EP218: The Most Decorated War Dog of WWI and Building Financial Legacies
On this episode of Our American Stories, Jeremy Swick of the College Football Hall of Fame recounts the remarkable story of the street dog, Sgt. Stubby, turned soldier turned mascot. Kyle McDonald, founder and CEO of Argent Financial Group, shares how he founded this wealth manag ... Show More
38m 16s
May 2022
Saving A Dog On The Highway
Saving an escaped pooch, becoming a gigolo, Conan O' Brien, winning a lottery, and backing into a gate. Welcome to Lightweights Thanks to MANSCAPED for sponsoring this episode. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ILYA at http://www.Manscaped.com . That's 20% off with free ... Show More
29m 1s
Apr 2022
EP263: Life Beyond My Wildest Dreams: Professional Dog Walker and One Black Troop's Trip to Buchenwald
On this episode of Our American Stories, Ryan Stewart shares his story of how canines have helped him get through life's adversities. Rona Simmons, author of The Other Veterans Of World War II, Stories from Behind the Front Lines, tells the story of Bill Scott, an African America ... Show More
38m 13s