"There's no doubt that George was a small dog with a lion's share of courage," said PDSA director general Jan McLoughlin.

"Each account of his devotion to the five children on the day of the incident tells of a dog that was not afraid to face great fear in order to protect his friends.

"The children will never forget George's sacrifice and PDSA is proud to honour this exceptionally brave dog."

The PDSA Gold Medal is the highest honour for outstanding animal bravery and exceptional dedication.

Dogs can be really amazing!

Jack Russell's are exceptionally intelligent and also, mischievous, but my favorites are Whippets and Salukis.
Both breds are very calm and mellow.

George was a hero and he saved those children from, what perhaps could have been grave injury.

OMG! Look how cute he was. He is truly a hero.

We had two Jack Russell's and they are truly amazing and have no fear. They are big dogs in a little body. Great pets and very smart. I miss them much.

Great little dogs. His actions were typical of the breed. Fearless with heart of a lion. But to face what he did was at his age was truly exceptional.

Why do people like Pitbulls and Bull terriers? They are dangerous breeds.

Loyal, loving, a true friend to the end, courageous, and quite handsome; humans should try some of these traits, very becoming