News Flash

The City of DeLand is excited to announce the launch of a charity calendar featuring the DeLand Fire Department’s beloved firehouse dog, Henry.

The 12-month calendar is sponsored by Advent Health DeLand and features professional photographs at Fire Station 81 and in-studio by Canovas Photography.

In 2022, a stray dog sauntered to the grand opening of the DeLand Fire Station 81 and photo-bombed the ribbon cutting. After 30 days of not being claimed, the Boston Terrier-Beagle mix (we did a DNA test!) found his forever home at Fire Station 81.

(Information of how to purchase can be found here<https://www.deland.org/701/Henrys-Calendar

The fire department named him Henry “Hank,” after our city’s founder.

As Henry's fame grew, it was clear he had the potential to be a shining star of community engagement. However, it turns out Henry had other priorities. More often than not, firefighters and staff find him napping or indulging in a snack rather than attending to his "duties."

Henry has claimed several spots around the firehouse as his own personal retreats, including Chief Allen's office, and he’s been known to enjoy the occasional sun-soaked nap on the back patio.

Since we couldn’t quite harness Henry’s talent for community engagement, we realized it was time to put him to work in a way that suited him best. And so, the idea for a Henry-themed calendar was born—100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the firefighters' charity of choice, the Childhood Cancer Foundation.

Each page of the calendar features helpful fire safety tips and important reminders to keep you and your loved ones safe year-round.

Now, Henry’s lack of work ethic is actually working for a great cause!

Sponsors

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following businesses for their generous support of this project:

• Advent Health DeLand – Thank you for covering the printing costs, ensuring 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Childhood Cancer Foundation
• Canovas Photography – A big thank you for donating your professional photography services and capturing Henry’s playful spirit and charm
• Bark DeLand – We appreciate your ongoing support in keeping Henry looking his best with your expert grooming services, ensuring he’s always camera-ready

Calendar Highlights:

February: Henry dressed in his Mardi Gras costume for the DeLand dog parade

November: Henry with his firefighters and Tower 81

August: Henry in-studio with swag from area schools for back-to-school

Don’t miss your chance to bring a little Henry into your life.