A local military dog serving in the U.S. Coast Guard is in the running to earn top dog recognition. K-9 Buda is a finalist in the American Humane Hero Dog Awards, which recognizes ordinary dogs that do extraordinary things for our country and their handlers. Buda, the 4-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, became a finalist in the military category for competition. “We are super honored to represent the Coast Guard,” said PO1, Chase Leamer, U.S. Coast Guard, Buda’s handler. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/national/military-news/san-diego-us-coast-guard-k9-buda-finalist-hero-dog-awards/509-c06123f2-63dd-4613-83a0-afc5ee8a3ac2