You can scroll through the gallery to see the highlights from this year's ceremony.
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Golden Retriever Nelli does a victory lap after scooping up a Hero Dog Award, given to animals that contribute to saving at least one human life (Image: Lehtikuva)
Golden Retriever Nelli does a victory lap after scooping up a Hero Dog Award, given to animals that contribute to saving at least one human life.
Customs Dog of the Year Aino with their handler at the awards ceremony.
Boundary Dog of the Year Cena picks up an award for coastguard services.
War Dog of the Year Lex (left) has a playful moment with Customs Dog of the Year Aino (right).
Hero Dog recipient Vili inspects their award.
Sulo the Chihuahua receives a Hero Dog Award.
Maya the Miniature Schnauzer receives a Hero Dog Award for lifesaving services.
Kerttu the Labrador on his way to receive a Hero Dog Award.
THE ANNUAL FINNISH KENNEL CLUB AWARDS, which recognizes the actions of lifesaving canines, kicked off at Helsinki's Messukeskus on Saturday afternoon and continues today. Dogs from the coastguard, army, and customs agency were awarded gongs for their services, whilst household pets were recognized for their sometimes lifesaving assistance to humans.
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