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Bob Weatherwax, Legendary Hollywood Dog Trainer, Dies at 83

Weatherwax, son of Lassie's original trainer, leaves a legacy of iconic canine performances in film and television.

  • Bob Weatherwax followed in his father's footsteps, training dogs for Hollywood from a young age.
  • He worked on numerous productions, including 'Back to the Future' and 'The Thing.'
  • Weatherwax founded Weatherwax Trained Dogs, continuing his family's tradition of animal training.
  • His book, 'Four Feet to Fame,' chronicles his journey as a Hollywood dog trainer.
  • Weatherwax's last collie was a descendant of a Lassie actor.
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