The world's most famous dog was honoured Thursday with TV Land Canada's first Icon Award

"Lassie is one of Hollywood's greatest stars," said Paul Gratton, VP of Specialty Entertainment in a release. "Generations of children have grown up watching Lassie and wanting a Lassie of their very own, including me.

"Lassie is a revered television star who has touched the hearts of millions of fans from around the world, so it is fitting that TV Land Canada present Lassie with its very first Icon Award."