WIARTON, ONTARIO
SALMON ARM, BRITISH COLUMBIA
TRIXIE, a small stray dog who had adopted the Burbine family, seized the sweater of three-year-old Brent Burbine when the youngster fell from a wharf on McGuire Lake. The dog held the child until help arrived to pull him to safety.
The Purina Animal Hall of Fame is a celebration of the extraordinary. As Canada’s longest-running pet recognition program, it honours animals whose acts of courage, loyalty, and compassion have left a lasting mark on the lives of others.
At Purina, we believe that pets are everyday heroes. Since the program’s inception, hundreds of animals have been recognized for their bravery and devotion. These stories highlight the powerful role pets play in our lives and the deep emotional bonds we share with them. From alerting families to danger to offering comfort during difficult times, each inductee has made a meaningful contribution.
We invite you to learn more about the Purina Animal Hall of Fame and the incredible animals who have been honoured. If you know a pet whose actions deserve recognition, please consider submitting a nomination.
To explore past inductees or to nominate a hero for the upcoming year, click here and fill out our form. Let’s continue to celebrate the animals who inspire us every day.
