Firefighters Get PETA Award for Plucking Pup and Man From Floodwaters

Published by PETA.

It was the photo seen ’round the world: After McKinney, Texas, firefighters successfully retrieved a man and his dog, Duke, from rising floodwaters in November, Duke jumped up and thanked his rescuer with a big “kiss.”

At the McKinney City Council meeting, PETA presented the McKinney Fire Department with its Compassionate Fire Department Award for using its know-how, bravery, and compassion to save Duke and the man who loves him from a treacherous flood. These courageous rescuers set an example of kindness for people around the world.

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PETA also sent the members of the McKinney Fire Department a box of delicious vegan cookies and a copy of The Engine 2 Diet to thank them for their actions.

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