Dog Veterans

@dorianna (509)
United States
November 11, 2015 2:38pm CST
Veterans day puts Americans in mind of those who fought in the wars. In all countries there are men and women who have given their lives for their country. But we don't often celebrate the unsung heroes of war. I love dogs, many of which have served in wars defending their comrades even, for some, to their death. Some have received the purple heart. I am not an advocate of war, however, I honor all those who have fought because they do so desiring to aid their country and fellow man. I also honor the memory of these courage four-legged veterans. http://dogtime.com/dog-health/general/10959-five-war-dogs-for-memorial-day
Five war dogs who served in the armed forces during the Vietnam War, World War I, and World War II; including a German Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier, and a Pit Bull.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (112875)
• El Paso, Texas
12 Nov 15
Canines are the most loyal of creatures and we take advantage of them by training them to sacrifice their safety and lives for that of a human. I think it's unfair that they're so often forgotten, they give selflessly. Thank you for writing this.
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dorianna
@dorianna (509)
• United States
12 Nov 15
yes they do..their loyalty is unmatched and often goes unnoticed or appreciated. I am glad that they have at least given them 'purple heart' and commendation in this instance so we are made aware of their loyalty and great service.
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marcyaz
@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
12 Nov 15
It is becoming more know now because a lot of the dogs are being shipped back here to be with their trainers and they settle in very well from what I have read.
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dorianna
@dorianna (509)
• United States
12 Nov 15
@Marcyaz yes, I have read that as well. Many are being adopted and live out the rest of the lives in peace..which is a kindness they deserve.
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marcyaz
@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
12 Nov 15
Yes, your are right a lot of dogs have been in the war and some have even given their lives. All the veterans should be honored and even the four legged ones.
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marcyaz
@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
12 Nov 15
@dorianna How true man starts wars and the dogs come in to help fight it.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (112875)
• El Paso, Texas
12 Nov 15
@marcyaz & @dorianna I think they are honored on memorial day, I recall several sites on the web showing the various canine heroes who lost their lives saving people or in battle.
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dorianna
@dorianna (509)
• United States
12 Nov 15
especially since the four-legged soldiers are fighting the battles man starts and still they loyally sacrifice
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Hazel Vee
@epiffanie (11326)
• Australia
12 Nov 15
I've heard many stories about dog veterans . Yes they are amazing and also deserve recognition..
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dorianna
@dorianna (509)
• United States
12 Nov 15
yes, especially since they gave themselves without full awareness of the atrocity that we were inflicting upon them, 'man's war'.
Janet Anderson
@Auntylou (4264)
• Oxford, England
12 Nov 15
In the UK medals are sometimes awarded to heroic animals
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dorianna
@dorianna (509)
• United States
12 Nov 15
deservedly so..am glad to hear that..here as well, some have received the purple heart and honors