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.
Rin Tin Tin: The Dog Who Saved Warner Bros.
He rescued a studio from bankruptcy, launched one of Hollywood’s most powerful careers, and died while his owner lost the house — and none of it involves the Oscar story you’ve probably heard.
Greyfriars Bobby: Edinburgh's Most Profitable Dog
The famous story of a terrier's 14-year vigil at his master's grave was likely Victorian Edinburgh's first coordinated tourist attraction — and there may have been two dogs.
Scooby-Doo: The Dog Who Was Drawn Wrong
The man who designed Scooby-Doo spent fifteen years learning the rules of perfect draughtsmanship at Disney — then broke every single one on purpose.
Sergeant Stubby: America’s First War Dog
The story of Sergeant Stubby, a stray turned war hero whose service in World War I and bond with his American owner made him the most decorated dog in history.
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
The unnamed dog that wandered into a shot during the filming of Thunderball in Nassau was cut by the editor — then personally reinstated by the producers — and has been in the film ever since.
