1001 Heroes honors the police and military dogs that put their lives on the line every day to protect our freedoms. Includes the story of Diesel, the French police dog that lost his life in the terrorist attacks by Islamic extremists in the city of Paris in 2015. After his death, millions mourned Diesel's loss on social media using the twitter hashtag #Je Suis Chien (I Am Dog). Also discussed: the many ways police and military dogs protect our freedom as well as stories of famous pooches, including Sgt. Stubby and Chips, the heroes of WWI and II. Make sure to share listening this story with your favorite pooch as they will enjoy it!

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