The Buffalo Sabres have partnered with WNY Heroes and their Pawsitive for Heroes program and are excited to introduce Blue, a St. Bernard and Great Dane mix as the Sabres team dog for the 2023-24 season. Following in the pawsteps of previous team dogs Nikki and Rick, Blue will complete part of her service dog training through attending select home games and interacting with Sabres players and fans before being paired with her veteran.

Pawsitive for Heroes launched in 2014 and pays for service dog training with the help WNY Heroes receives from its sponsors. The dogs and their owners go through various courses together, properly preparing the dogs to serve those who've served.