Dogs Of War Tribute [final-edit]

PLEASE Read The Following..
Veteran Dogs Suffering from PTSD............
This is an extract from the US Military War Dogs Association Newsletter by Joe Wlikes.
We are grateful this holiday season for the thousands of men and women who served in Iraq returning home after the declaration of the end of the war. What may have gone unnoticed is that hundreds of canine service members are also returning. Like their human counterparts, the dogs of war are also undergoing rehabilitation for their scars. While having risked their own lives and bearing witness to the casualties of war, many of the returning dogs have been diagnosed and treated for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The New York Times recently reported on the sacrifice of these four-legged soldiers and their recovery.
Dogs have been increasingly used in military conflicts. Because of their sensitive noses, they have become the best line of defense against improvised explosive devices (I.E.D.'s), as most of these roadside bombs use chemical explosives, unfound by metal detectors, the previous standard in bomb detection. Special forces dogs such as the ones that contributed to the killing of Osama Bin Laden have also become critical operational elements.
Whether the dogs have been used in specialized operations or as traditional guard dogs, they have been subjected to the same traumatic events as any soldier and bear the emotional scars upon returning home from their mission. Unlike humans, they can't speak to what they have witnessed, and so must be treated with special care and intuition to what they have been through.
Veterinarians gauge how the dogs respond to loud noises such as gunfire or whether they react with aggression or fear to their handlers, who they may hold responsible for their introduction to a chaotic situation. The dog veterans may also hold aversions to the settings of the trauma, whether it be a vehicle or type of building. By ascertaining the cause of the trauma, the veterinarians can help desensitize the dog so the events, participants, or locations don't cause unnecessary reaction.
Many dogs also experience human-like long-term reactions such as anxiety and panic attacks. Veterinarians have been trained to look out for these mental and emotional stresses, and dog versions of human anti-anxiety medications such as Xanax are available for prescription.
The goal with many of these military dogs is to rehabilitate them so they can continue the service for which they've been trained and help save the lives of countless soldiers. Many bounce back with therapy, medication, rest, or a combination. Other dogs who are too traumatized may be taken out of service so they don't pose a danger to others or themselves. These dogs are recommended for re-homing with families who can provide the special care they need.
So while we're taking a moment this holiday season to be thankful for the return of the brave men and women who keep us safe, we should also take a moment to thank the dogs who help keep them safe and wish them all a speedy and healthy recovery back home.
Joe Wilkes.
'Dogs of War Tribute' to the song 'I Will Be The One' was inspired by the brave dogs currently serving in the Middle East Theatre of operations.
In the armed forces the dogs are officially known as MWDs
or K-9s.
Throughout history dogs have been used by soldiers as messengers and sentries, as well as for detection, tracking, as scouts, for search and rescue and of course mascots.
These brave dogs are often first through the door when clearing houses in the current urban war environments.
This song is a tribute to these beautiful animals who bravely endure and give of themselves right alongside their human handlers., and my GSP Rufus.
original song for gdaymatemusic
www.gdaymatemusic.com

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[bbsb300]

Great video and fantastic song. You remind me of Little River Band..Superb, Cheers Billy ;)

[gdaymatemusic]

@bbsb300

uncanny comment : ))

[UlrikesFunchannel]

thanks for sharing. It`s a very interesting video, thumbs up.subbed

[clouds882]

just went through a box of tissues! thank u for this, i really love it...i have one eight year old dog and one five year old cat, both with disabilities (three legged dog, cat with one eye), rescued from the death row in the pound..they are the best companions a woman could have!

[StoneSniper666]

Thanks for sending me this. It's a great video!

[treehawk1996]

if u guys want a good dogs of war book look for a book called "Cracker: The best dog in vietnam"

its a great book,

[TranS1yVania]

I own three german shepherds and I love them to death <3 beautiful video <3 <3

[Skytrooper82d]

SALUTE...

[floridashorti]

devotion, steadfastness, reliability & total commitment to duty coupled with a capacity for love as big as the sky u've captured their Spirit so completely in this Tribute vid ~~SALUTE~~

[pauladowling]

Great video. These dogs are so unbelievable. They have saved so many lives; they deserve our deepest respect and love.