Haatchi is one of five dog "heroes" competing in the public vote for the Friends for Life award at next month's Crufts 2013.

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"It's awfully good to excel at something while you are young, but if that means missing out on friends and other experiences you need for a fulfilling life, it's not worth it, " he says.

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