George (dog)
New Zealand dog regognized for bravery (died 2007) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George (died 29 April 2007) was a pet dog in Taranaki, New Zealand who was credited with sacrificing his life to save local children from a dog attack. George's heroism was internationally recognised, and he received posthumous awards from New Zealand and British animal charities.
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Species | Canis familiaris |
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Breed | Jack Russell Terrier |
Sex | Male |
Died | (2007-04-29)29 April 2007 Manaia, Taranaki, NZ |
Cause of death | Dog attack |
Owner | Alan Gay |
Residence | Manaia, Taranaki, NZ |
Height | 30 cm (1 ft 0 in) |
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