Cut through the noise by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox The search is on to find the nation's bravest dog - and they could be right here in Manchester.
All owners are biased and think their dog is amazing - they know when we need cheering up, they’re playful and they make the best company.
While we think they all deserve a fuss making of them, there’s some dogs who really do need celebrating - those that help to keep us safe.
Police and other working dogs are heroes in their own right, working tirelessly to protect the public, often putting their own lives at risk and deserve to be recognised.
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