Dogs in History
Meet the dogs who shaped history — from ancient legends to modern heroes. Some of these dogs are famous, others long forgotten, but all played a part in the human story.
Their stories live here and are grouped into six themed categories.
Each tale will surprise you, move you, and change the way you think about dogs and history.
The Enduring Charm of Scooby-Doo
Follow Scooby-Doo from his 1969 birth on Saturday mornings to global icon status and discover how a “wrong” Great Dane turned spooky stories into comfort viewing.
Behind the Curtain: Toto’s True Story
Before Dorothy clicked her heels, Toto had already won our hearts. Discover the real story behind the dog who followed the yellow brick road.
The Dog Who Upstaged James Bond
How a stray dog wandered into Thunderball, almost absurdly dead centre, and urinates right in front of the camera. And made the cut!
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