09/12/2025
24 years ago today, many two-legged and four-legged lives were valiantly lost saving countless others. We wanted to take the time today to honor them.
Our friends over at Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society shared it beautifully:
“To the one who guided her blind owner down 78 floors, and then calmly led him 40 blocks to a friend’s home.
To the one who refused to abandon his owner, even when urged to go - staying at his side until they both reached safety.
To the one who was among the first to arrive at Ground Zero, risking his life through fire and falling debris to save others.
To the one security dog stationed in one of the Towers, that unfortunately did not make it out, but spent every last moment trying to protect those around them.
To the one who used her awareness and deep empathy to know which firefighters and first responders needed her comforting presence - or a safe space to release their emotions.
To ALL the nearly 300 K-9 teams who were deployed to New York to assist in the search and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the Fresh Kills Landfill. Who risked their lives, their health, and their strength to search the debris day in and day out.
Today, we take a moment to honor your bravery, amongst all those who ran beside you ❤
In moments of unimaginable chaos and heartbreak, their loyalty has been unshakable. Dogs remind us that heroism doesn’t always roar - it often comes with four paws, steady eyes, and a heart that knows only devotion.
To every dog who has stood beside us in our darkest hours: thank you. Your bravery has saved lives, your empathy has mended spirits, and your loyalty has shown us the truest form of love.” 🇺🇸🐾
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