Memorial Day: Remembering Military Dogs

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Memorial Day weekend is a time when we remember
the fallen heroes for whom we are grateful for
the liberties we enjoy. It is also a time for
rest and enjoyment of those who are still with
us. For dog owners, this means spending more time
with our dogs than usual, outside of the
backyard barbecue. It is time to remember those
who gave their lives in the service of their
country. They prioritized duty, honor, and
courage over personal safety, and as a result,
the United States became more free, safer, and
better. We at BudgetPetCare would like to take a
moment to honor some of the dogs that have served
in the military. Here are the stories of four of
these courageous military working dogs, whose
bravery, dedication, and strength inspire us all.
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Sergeant Stubby
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Sgt. Stubby was the mascot of the 102nd Infantry,
26th Yankee Division during World War I.
Private J. Robert Conroy smuggled Sgt. Stubby, a
mixed breed bull terrier, to Europe. He became
more than a mascot after being wounded twice.
Before a gas attack, he used his acute sense of
smell to arouse the men. Stubby was promoted to
Sergeant after catching a German spy, making him
the first dog in the US military to be awarded a
rank. President Wilson had the pleasure of
meeting Sgt. Stubby during the war.
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Rags
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Sgt. Stubby wasnt the first dog to become famous
during World War I. Rags, a Scotch- Irish
terrier, was discovered in the streets of Paris
by Pvt. James Donovan in 1918. Rags was known
for his ability to salute with his front-right
paw, but he was more than just a showman for the
troops. He was often in charge of carrying
messages and directing medics to injured
soldiers. Rags, like Sgt. Stubby, was injured in
the battle, losing vision in his right eye
during a gas attack. He had a gas mask made for
him, but it was dislodged by the blast. Rags
lived until 1936, and his life was immortalized
in a book published in 1930. He became a
personality in the division, a sign of bravery
and good luck, according to his obituary in the
New York Times.
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For the safety of our country, many dogs have
given their lives. Let us honor these great dogs
and their handlers on Memorial Day so that our
dogs and handlers (that would be us) may roam
free in this wonderful country.
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