On March 13, 1942, the United States launched the War Dog Program during World War II, later known as the Army K-9 Corps. However, even before that, loyal dogs had been accompanying soldiers to war.

A family pet charged an enemy machine gun nest during the invasion of Sicily, earned military decorations and sparked a national debate over whether a dog deserves a medal. On the morning of July 10, ...

America is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year, a milestone made possible by the service members who have answered the call of duty since 1776. But the story of our country — and how we got ...

A replica of Sgt. Stubby is on view inside the Connecticut State Library on April 20, 2026. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the death of Sgt. Stubby, Connecticut’s first military working dog ...

SNEADS FERRY, N.C. (WITN) - Paws of War recognized retired military working dog Max for his service Friday, presenting the 8-year-old German shepherd with a Hero with a Heart award during an event in ...

The animal-loving team at Ginger Cat captures the heartwarming chaos when military dogs reunite with their heroes. Woman is the only passenger on United flight, not prepared for what happens ...

OROVILLE — There was standing room only as more than 100 private citizens, veterans, Blue and Gold Star family members, active military personnel from Beale Air Force Base, as well as city, county and ...

NORTH AUGUSTA — A veteran and her dog will now have a new set of wheels. U.S. Army veteran Sara Hillyard and her dog October received a new car that will be used for traveling the country with ...

In this incredibly sweet video, Rider's parents celebrate the fourth anniversary of him coming to live with them after his official retirement as his dad's military K9 partner. They worked together ...

K9 Veterans Day (March 13) honors the service and sacrifice of U.S. military working dogs since the 1942 War Dog Program. Military dogs have served from WWI to today, performing lifesaving roles like ...