Get ready for a big story about a tiny little hero and one of the beloved mascots of the United States Army.  And to anyone who has benefited from dog or animal therapy of any kind, this is the official hero that started it all.  This episode shares the inspiring story about A Hero Named Smoky.

Book Reference: Yorkie Doodle Dandy, A Memoir.  By William A. Wynne.  1996.

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This one should put a smile on the face of any cat fan!  This episode shares the amazing viral story and details on A Hero Named Tara.  Her bravery and quick action helped save a little boy from even worse injury than he ultimately received.  Captured on video by the family's security cameras and later uploaded to social media, this cat was a hero to millions within 48 hours.  Way to go Tara!

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A recent story of A Hero Named Remi reverse tracking to bring a lost non-verbal little boy home.  Nice work Remi!

Featuring music by Mary Selvidge.

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Bringing the goal of this podcast into sharp focus (which is the care and love of animals we share our lives with as well as adoption of pets from humane societies or local rescue organizations), in this episode we share the story of A Hero Named Edgar who saved his young family from a very dangerous situation.

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This inspirational story is our first outside of the USA in its entirety.  You'll be transported and walked through the true story of an amazing Akita born in early 20th Century Japan known as Hachiko.  Be ready for an emotional journey and have your tissues ready for this one!

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This is a quick episode to share the happy ending that recently took place in Utah.  A missing woman, a barking dog and a K9 officer named Kip.  Truly a Hairy Hero Tails example of four legged heroes all around us.

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This episode features one of the heroes from 9/11.  While we do share the amazing rescue and service of Trakr and his handler, there are some disturbing details shared about the timeline of events that Tuesday morning.  This episode may not be appropriate for young children or anyone that may find the events told to be too graphic.  Please listen with caution.

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This episode features the hairy hero that inspired the Hairy Hero Tails podcast.  You may be inspired as well!  Learn about amazing animals to the rescue.  Family friendly while sometimes a bit scary, Hairy Hero Tails is for those who cherish the animals around us.

Recommended source books: Sgt. Reckless by Robin Hutton (Audible version is an amazing listen) and Reckless, Pride of the Marines by Col. Andrew Geer.

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