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For what is the PDSA Dickin Medal awarded?

Question #150146. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Nov 16 2023.
Originally posted Nov 16 2023 9:18 PM.

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For animal bravery in war. The medal was first created in 1943 to honor the brave animals of WWII. So far the medal has been awarded to 65 animals including 32 pigeons!
Maria Dickin, the founder of the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals, created the Dickin Medal in 1943 to honor animals' bravery in war. This bronze medallion is awarded to animals displaying "conspicuous gallantry or devotion to duty" in any branch of the Armed Forces or Civil Defence Units. The medal, considered the "animal's Victoria Cross," has been awarded 65 times since 1943, including to 32 pigeons, 18 dogs, 3 horses, and a cat during World War II. The most recent recipient, Treo, a black Labrador, received the award for his heroic actions in Afghanistan.

link https://dickinmemorialanimalhospital.com/dickin-medal-recipients

Nov 16 2023, 9:22 PM
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