Today We Honor Two + Four-Legged Military Heroes

05/28/2012

Before you light up that grill or lay out by the beach, let's not forget why we celebrate Memorial Day. Its a day to commemorate the many brave soldiers who have heroically given their lives in the line of battle. So today, we honor our soldiers and the four-legged canines who have protected our nation.

Military dogs play an important role in the safety of our nation and soldiers. They patrol land, sniff out explosives and mines, and have carried our wounded soldiers to safety.

For more information on dogs in the military: check out our friend Maria Goodavage's new book, Soldier Dogs, or visit the US War Dog Association to see how you can help.

If you are interested about how you can give a retired military dog a new leash on life, you learn mora bout adopting a retired military canine at the official Military Working Dog Adoptions website.

Photo Source: Jared Dort

Comments

[Elisa Morales]

Animals have long played vital roles in our military & provided unconditional love to our soldiers. They are heroes too!

[Doris Terzi]

Thank you God for all our brave men & women, who fought for our country & our freedom.

[Ted Dewy]

They are Hired by Industrial Military Corporations at the expense of tax payers.

[Gael Marconi]

Is this dog safe? The german sheperd in the photo being carried by the soldier??

[Lailaers]

So today, we honor our soldiers and the four-legged canines who have protected our nation.

[Vivienner]

Military dogs play an important role in the safety of our nation and soldiers. They patrol land, sniff out explosives and mines, and have carried our wounded soldiers to safety.