Julianne Hough helped kick off the voting campaign for America’s first ever “Hero Dog Awards” Monday at the VA Medical Center-Manhattan by visiting patients who live with therapy dogs. She also performed an acoustic set for the lucky ones in attendance.
The American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards presented by CESAR Canine Cuisine celebrates heroic dogs that truly transform human lives. The award is meant to shine a spotlight on these amazing dogs making a difference for people in need every day, by providing comfort, support and unconditional love.
Starting today,
YOU CAN HELP TOO by voting for your favorite hero dog at
www.HeroDogAwards.org. For every vote, CESAR Canine Cuisine will make a donation to American Humane Association to help spread the love of therapy dogs to those that need it most.
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During her acoustic performance Julianne told patients that the very first song she ever sang in public was “How Much is that Doggie in the Window.” |
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Julianne Hough interacting with patients and therapy dogs. |
During her visit, Julianne talked about life on the road and being away from her family. She said her dogs Lexi and Harley are truly her safe place while away. She takes them to the set of her current film,
Rock of Ages. And she’s not the only one! Director
Adam Shankman brings his dogs to set too – and has even brought a groomer to set for them.