Dogs show up in everyday life as companions, but their history goes far beyond that. For centuries, armies have trained dogs to carry messages, detect danger, track enemies, and stay steady under ...

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.

Before becoming a faithful soldier, Chips belonged to a family in New York. The Wren family got him from neighbors, and they ...

The Connecticut State Library unveiled a brand-new statue of famous World War I canine Sgt. Stubby during a ceremony at the ...

A defender and a military working dog from the 460th Security Forces Squadron lead a ruck march for K-9 Veterans Day at Buckley Space Force Base, Colo., March 13, 2025. This day commemorates the ...

Every year on March 13, the United States observes K9 Veterans Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the service and sacrifice of military working dogs that have supported troops in dangerous missions ...

The Department of Defense Inspector General blames four canine deaths on outdated and unsanitary military kennels at ten bases. Chris Willingham spent nearly 20 years as a dog handler in the Marines.

Since the dawn of our Republic 250 years ago, America’s working dogs have defended our freedom on the frontlines of battle—providing crucial security, protection, and companionship to our men and ...

Four military working dogs died between the 2021 and 2023 fiscal years because they were housed and trained in "aging and unsatisfactory kennel facilities," the Defense Department inspector general ...