They’re referred to as man’s best friend, known for being loyal, and have even risked their lives to save others. In this installment, we’re going to look at some truly memorable pooches throughout history. These aren’t your morning cartoon canines, either; these are true tales of unforgettable hounds, and whether their story is heroic, tragic, or intriguing, they all earned their place in this video! Bust out the box of tissues, you might be blubbering at the end of this one!
7. RinTinTin
The German Shepherd Rin Tin Tin is known for being a famous Hollywood dog, but the canine’s story begins long before his first film. Rin Tin Tin was amongst a litter of five puppies that was rescued by corporal Lee Duncan during World War One.
Once old enough Duncan gave away three of the pups keeping two. He dubbed them Rin Tin Tin and Nanette after a pair of good luck charms called Rintintin and Nénette that French children often gave to the American soldiers.
When he returned to the States Rin Tin Tin life of Fame began competing in dog shows and eventually working his way into silent film. The German Shepherd survived the worst of World War One and starred in dozens of movies and television shows before passing away in 1930. His legacy lives on, though, on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a continued bloodline of service dogs.
