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  • Veterans Day And Pets

    Veterans Day And Pets

    Each veteran Day we recall the men and ladies who served our nation – but shouldn’t something be said about our canine veterans? Administration dogs are a necessary part of the U.S. military, doing everything from sniffing out bombs to helping veterans with the post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  We need to thank every one of our veterans for their support of our nation, regardless of whether on two legs or four.

    Dogs in the U.S. Military

    The United States military has utilized dogs the vast majority of its significant wars, including World War II, the Vietnam War, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout the years, dogs have been detachments, unit mascots, and trackers of aggressors. All the more as of late, medication and bomb-sniffing canines have been a crucial piece of the military, alongside military police dogs.

    Treatment Dogs

    Late research has demonstrated that petting and playing with creatures can enormously lessen stress and sorrow. Veterans with the post-awful anxiety issue, or PTSD, are regularly combined with an administration dogs or treatment dogs. Troopers returning home from a tour can discover returning to regular citizen life difficult; having a furry close companion can make progress somewhat less demanding.

    Help a Veteran in Need

    Finding a canine sidekick for each veteran requires many resources. Giving, raising money, and supporting foundations that place pets with vets have not fulfilled the desired intention. Trooper’s Best Friend, Pets for Vets, Patriot Paws, Veterans Moving Forward, and Hero Dogs are part of the numerous philanthropies that give treatment and administration dogs to veterans.

    This Veterans Day, recollect each one of the veterans who has served our nation, regardless of whether on four legs or two.

    Pets enormously affect veterans when they return home, but can likewise be an imperative piece of an officer’s day. One courageous dog named Layka was working with Special Forces in Afghanistan and was dispatched to scan an operation for explosives. At the same time, she was trapped and shot numerous times by an assailant. In spite of her wounds, she could ensure her pack by attacking her enemy. Layka was granted an informal award to be recognized for her sacrifices. She is currently resting comfortably with her handler.

    SOURCES: Pets For Patriots

     

  • K9 Veterans Day

    K9 Veterans Day

    Let’s Join Hands To Commend the Bravery of our Canine Friends.  

    It is a day to recognize, commend and extol the courage of each dog that protects and serve this nation in any military or law-enforcement position.

    Did You Know that a Dog is Man’s Most Loyal Sentry?

    Established by the celebrated famous dog handler, Joe White, March 13th is gradually becoming a nationally recognized pet holiday for commemorating the bravery and devotion of four-legged heroes. Throughout the United States, dogs serve in many enviable positions not just in the armed and disciplined forces but also in the customs, law enforcement, police and search & rescue teams. And this year, on 13th March 2017, the date is set to honor and recognize the launch of the United States Army k-9 Program back in 1942. It is a day to commemorate the bravery of all Belgian Sheep Dogs, Eskimo dogs, Doberman Pinchers, German Shepherds, Collies, and Malamutes that were trained to become sentries, scouts, and messengers during the 2nd World War.

    What Does it Mean to a Pet Lover?

    Pet dog owners and animal lovers who would wish to show their devotion, appreciation, and respect for the selfless contribution made by dogs in the past and present while serving this country can sign an ongoing online petition to have March 13th instituted as a National Pet Holiday. You can visit www.kcfadogs.org for more information on this. They are also several other ways of honoring the service and effort of such dogs in our military and law-enforcement agencies. A good way is making a donation to a non-profit organization at the forefront of providing life-saving protective gear to these fluffy soldiers.

    That being said, on a more personal level, if you have a 4-legged pooch as a treasured companion, the National K9 Veterans Day should be a time when you take time off your busy schedule and visit your local veterinarian accompanied by your pet for a thorough and comprehensive check-up.

    SOURCE: Dog Tipper, KCFA Dogs
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  • Adopting A K-9 Veteran This Veterans Day

    Adopting A K-9 Veteran This Veterans Day

    With all the talk about adopting senior dogs this month, you might consider adopting a k-9 veteran this Veterans Day. Most people don’t think about “dogs of war” but they are just as brave and courageous as our troops and deserve to be put into wonderful homes when they retire.

    Most people think of “attack dogs” when they think of military or police dogs, but this is not the case. There is more to our courageous K-9 pals. They play such an integral role in the society of our police department and our military. Going beyond that, the military trains these brave soldiers to be search and rescue dogs, detection dogs, arson dogs, bomb detecting, even dogs that detect decomposing bodies.

    Petful.com suggests an estimated 2,300 dogs are enlisted in the U.S. armed forces. How long a dog will stay in service and how long it will take to train these brave K-9’s all depends on the specialty of the dog. The Army provides the veterinary care for these animals and the Air Force is responsible for training dogs for military service. Veterans Day commemorates the appreciation for the brave men, women, and dogs that serve the county in all areas of public service.

    It is truly amazing what our military dogs do for us every single day. They will continue to pave their way in history as intelligent and magnificent animals. Do you feel that you would like to adopt one of these amazing, 4-legged companions a great home? The Air Force website has more information on adopting a these retired heroes. Or you can contact us and we can help point you in the right direction to owning one of these magnificent dogs. You might find that they are the perfect loyal companion to you and your family.

    SOURCE: Plentiful
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