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Rescued Spaniel Henry Named Animal of the Year

10/21/2025

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Henry, a ten-year-old Springer Spaniel, was named Animal of the Year by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for his wildlife crime detection skills.
Henry was rescued by Louise Wilson from Wrexham after being rejected by five families.
He can detect seven distinct scents that help law enforcement track wildlife crime offenders.
He helps identify bird carcasses and assists the National Wildlife Crime Unit.

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Story summary

Henry, a ten-year-old Springer Spaniel, was named Animal of the Year by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for his wildlife crime detection skills.
Henry was rescued by Louise Wilson from Wrexham after being rejected by five families.
He can detect seven distinct scents that help law enforcement track wildlife crime offenders.
He helps identify bird carcasses and assists the National Wildlife Crime Unit.