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A Marine And His Dog: First To Fight And Reunite

May 21, 2013

(TOUCHING TALE) Marine Sgt. Ross Gundlach has finally been reunited with his long, lost love—a golden Labrador named Casey who served with him when he was a dog handler in Afghanistan. The two embarked on over 150 missions during their time together. The two embarked on over 150 missions during their time together, during which Gundlach says Casey was so efficient, she never once missed an explosive and even caught three prior to discharging. Read on to learn more about this touching tale and watch the video of the heartwarming reunion. — Global Animal

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Service Dogs Help Veterans Heal (VIDEO)

June 14, 2012

(SERVICE DOGS) Operation Freedom Paws, a non-profit organization started by Mary Cortani, lets military veterans train their own service dogs. These dogs have been an essential part of healing the physical and emotional wounds of veterans and helping them adapt to life outside the service. For more on this incredible program, and to watch the dogs in action, read on. — Global Animal  

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New Bill For Canine Veterans

March 18, 2012

(MILITARY DOGS) A new bill is in the works that will give much-needed recognition and benefits to our canine warriors. The bill would redefine the dogs as “canine members of the armed services” rather than equipment, provide for their future medical care, and help them find loving homes, all funded by charitable donations. Read on for more on this amazing new piece of legislation for military dogs. — Global Animal  

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Marine Fights For Canine Comrade

March 13, 2012

Military working dogs have keen senses, loyalty, and intelligence that have provided militaries throughout the world with an irreplaceable technology. Former Marine Corporal Megan Leavey worked with Rex, one of the many dogs trained for combat, and she is now fighting to adopt her fellow soldier to save his life, after both were injured in Iraq. — Global Animal

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Why Police Dogs Are Partners, Not Property (TAKE ACTION)

February 24, 2012

(WORKING DOGS) Police officers, and the trained service dogs working alongside them, are a vital part of society. During their young lives, police dogs face danger and injury every day of duty. Read on about how officers are demanding better futures for their canine partners.— Global Animal

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Military Dogs Classified As “Equipment”

January 10, 2012

(MILITARY DOGS) Although military dogs help our officers complete difficult missions abroad, the Defense Department still classifies military dogs as “equipment.” Furthermore, many of these dogs do not receive proper care once they are retired from their duties. Unlike inanimate equipment, military dogs need to be honored and cared for after their services and should be able to find loving guardians. Read on to learn more about military dogs and the bill being drafted by Rep. Walter Jones to end this archaic classification of military dogs. — Global Animal

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Beam of Light Halos Fallen Soldier’s Pup (NOT Photoshopped!)

November 29, 2011

(ANIMAL CONNECTION) NEW HAMPSHIRE — In this incredible story, a guardian’s connection with his pet seems to go deeper then we think, and makes us question life after death. Hero was rescued by Justin Rollin in Iraq, and only one day after he found her, he was killed. The puppy was brought to his family and in an incredible photo shoot a beam of light halos the pup. Read on for reporter Kimberly Launier’s amazing experience. — Global Animal

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Paws Up! Military Salutes Working Dogs

November 14, 2011

(MILITARY DOGS) When commemorating veterans, it’s important to remember canine veterans, too. Dogs, who have served our nation for decades, were honored Monday for their efforts. Their tasks include search and rescue, bomb sniffing, and drug detection. Read on for more on dogs’ military duties and what is being done to treat them as heroes. — Global Animal

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