Adopting a retired military working dog is incredibly rewarding—but it’s not quite the same as bringing home your average pet ...

National K-9 Veterans Day occurs on March 13th each year, honoring the service and sacrifices of military dogs. It began in 1942 during World War II as the War Dog Program, also known as the K-9 Corps ...

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.

When Air Force K-9 handler Nick Martucci was transferred, he had to leave behind his partner, a Belgian Malinois named Remco.

Once a dog passed basic training, they were then sent to one of four specialized training programs to become a sentry dog, scout or patrol dog, messenger dog or mine dog. Deployed Marine Devil Dogs ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Dogs and their human companions filled the steps and grounds of the Virginia War Memorial on Saturday to honor all military K9s and their service. Pups, dog lovers and K9 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many dogs thrive when they have a job to do, whether it's helping out on the farm or searching for a missing child. Some pups, ...

MILITARY WORKING DOGS HAVE BEEN WORKING ALONGSIDE SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN IN THE ARMY, NAVY, MARINE CORPS, AND COAST GUARD SINCE THE SECOND WORLD WAR. BUT FOR MUCH OF THAT TIME, WHEN THEY WERE RETIRED ...

Dogs of all shapes and sizes are taking over the Coast at the Harrison County Fairgrounds for a weekend full of friendly ...

Jessica Harris knows from experience that dogs can be more than companions – they can also save lives. The former combat medic with the Washington Army National Guard worked alongside service dogs ...