Nashville Therapy Dog Named Sergeant Bo Honored With American Humane Hero Dog Award

In Nashville, Tennessee, a four-year-old mixed-breed therapy dog named Sergeant Bo has captured national attention after being named this year’s American Humane Hero Dog Award recipient. His story is more than one of service—it is a reflection of the healing power of compassion in the face of tragedy.

Sergeant Bo serves alongside his handler, Officer Faye Okert of the Metro Nashville Police Department. The pair became a beacon of comfort and stability for the community following the 2023 Covenant School shooting. In the aftermath of the tragedy, as students, teachers, and families struggled to cope with grief, Sergeant Bo quietly made his way through classrooms, counseling centers, and community gathering

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