DES MOINES, Wash. (KABC) -- Rex, the heroic German shepherd who was shot three times by burglars while saving his teen owner's life, will receive awards from PETA and a national dog club. The hero is ...

Rex was shot several times and beaten while protecting his owner from burglars Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013, covering pets, animal rescue and ...

Rex is a brave dog, and was recognized Tuesday night for his heroism. At a special award ceremony, PETA will presented the “Heroic Dog Award” to Rex the German Shepherd for protecting his 16-year-old ...