Lab Rescue of the LRCP rescued more than 900 dogs in 2011, a record for the group. The number of Labs rescued has increased 37 percent since 2008 due to the bad economy. The group must raise an additional $75,000 to continue its lifesaving work.

The Artist’s Penelope Ann Miller who plays Doris, the wife of George Valentin and Uggie who plays George’s steadfast best friend in this year’s most nominated film will announce the canine nominees of Dog News Daily’s 1st Annual Golden Collar Awards™ at a press conference on Wednesday morning January 18th at 8am (PT) from Hollywood’s dog hotel to the stars, The D Pet Hotels (1041 N. Highland, Los Angeles, CA, 90038).