We catch up with former KNX Helpful Honda Hero Steven Zonis and his award-winning therapy dog, Rudy! Click to hear a special extended interview with KNX Heroes host, Heather Jordan!

Steven Zonis and his 6 year-old standard poodle, Rudy, have spent the year helping first responders, front-line workers and more cope with tragedy and stress. It's been so impactful, Rudy is getting nationally recognized as a top therapy dog for the American Humane Society! (Photo: Steven Zonis and Rudy, volunteering at a response site, courtesy of Steven Zonis.)