DateSent = Thu Dec 9 23:36:30 PST
1999
Comments = I did not serve in the war,but I have been following the
heart wreching story of all those brave dogs. I recently acquired an ornate
urn made from a 105mm shell. On it is inscribed
"Taffey-Danang,Vietnam-65-66. I would be most appreciative if anyone has
any memories of Taffey. I am so impressed with your efforts that I have just
sent in a donation. Thank you for all your efforts in this great cause!
Username = Fred Zaidan
Web Site = thunderharley.com
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = f.zaidan@worldnet.att.net
Dog Name = taffy
DateSent = Fri Dec 10 10:34:23 PST
1999
Comments = I didnt serve in nam, but after watching the show I was so
disguisted I just had to post my opinion.I have a German Shepherd that I do
schutzhund with, he would give his life for me and I would for him.Only people
who own or have owend a GSD can understand the bond that is created with these
dogs. I think the people who made the decision to leave those dogs behind
should be shot.
Post Info = Yes
DateSent = Fri Dec 10 10:39:45 PST 1999
Comments = I didnt serve in nam, but after watching the show I was so
disguisted I just had to post my opinion.I have a German Shepherd that I do
schutzhund with, he would give his life for me and I would for him.Only people
who own or have owend a GSD can understand the bond that is created with these
dogs. I think the people who made the decision to leave those dogs behind
should be shot.
Username = Doug M
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = bigslugo@aol.com
DateSent = Sat Dec 11 14:24:18 PST
1999
Comments = I'm from the U.K and i've only just seen half of the
documentary on TV when i was flicking through the channels. I feel so
emotional and just wanna burst into tears :*( I called my German Shepard 'Max'
over to sit with me because I wanted him to be there. It's just so wrong how
most of these dogs who saved so many lives were just left by the government to
be put down. Only 200 were flown back to America. I don't even think the
handlers would have minded them being put into quarentine for 6 months and
then taking them home. The poor dogs wouldn't have known what was going on
when their handlers were leaving them - never to be seen again - think how
hard it must have been for the handlers just to walk away form the animal that
has kept them in this world, not knowing what was going to happen to it - if
it was going to the South - or to be put down. This is going to leave a
permanent emotional scar on people's lives. The governmant could and should
have made is so these dogs to be taken to a new life in america. I'll never
forget this documentary and I hope that it will be shown again soon so i can
see the whole of it.
Username = Paul
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = paul24@eurobell.co.uk
DateSent = Mon Dec 13 10:24:33 PST
1999
Comments = Sorry to crash in on this part of the site, but we at Dogs
Today magazine in Britain all watched the War Dogs documentary on Channel 4
this weekend and were so moved by the tales we felt we must contact you. We
would like to perhaps run something in the magazine - we would also be keen to
hear from any British war veterans with similar stories and whether or not
there is a British memorial to the work carried out by these brave animals.
Please contact us Dogs Today Magazine, Pankhust Farm, Bagshot Road, West End,
Woking, Surrey, GU24 9QR, England. Many thanks. Nina Butler - Assistant
Editor, Dogs Today
DateSent = Wed Dec 15 19:12:13 PST 1999
Handler = Y
Comments = This page only returns the thoughts of a war that I wanted no part
of. I was forced to mature faster than I had hoped but, realized in the end
that if not for Thor as a partner myself as well as many others would not be
here today.
Dates of Service = January 69-------January 70
Username = James Teller
Rank/Division = sp-4 37ISDP
Dog Breed = Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = J.T.Pointman
Dog Name = Thor
DateSent = Sun Dec 26 21:38:06 PST
1999
Handler = No
Comments = Thanks to the handlers and the vet tech of the 4th Inf Div
scout/tracking dogs who were my friends and neighbors at the PW compound at
Camp Enari and provided veterinary care to my own dogs, especially a Sgt BINNS.
Art the PW interrogator.
Dates of Service = Oct 67-Oct 68
Username = Art Farash
Rank/Division = SP6, 4th MI, 4th inf Div
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = farash@earthlink.net
DateSent = Fri Dec 31 16:07:20 PST
1999
Dates of Service = 5/70 to 5/71
Rank/Division = 483 SPS Cahm Rahn Bay
Service Type = Air Force
DateSent = Fri Dec 31 16:18:02 PST
1999
Handler = yes
Comments = Proud to have served my country in a K-9 Unit. A terribly
frightening experience for an 18 yr old. Rommell was so much wiser than I was.
He knew how to stay alive and let me tag along. We all have stories no one
could believe or comprehend. I look at my teenage boys and wonder how I
survived at such a young age. Praise God
Dates of Service = 5/70 to 5/71
Username = Bill Carpenter
Rank/Division = 483 SPS Cahm Rahn Bay
Dog Breed = Belgium Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = detective@pobox.com
Dog Name = Rommel (11M9)
DateSent = Tue Jan 4 08:40:15 PST
2000 DigExt)
Comments = Although I am not a handler of a war dog or a Veterian I
have been the owner of a German Shepherd and am a voluteer for German Shepherd
Rescue. All or your stories are most couragous and heartbreaking. I would love
to attent the memorial and honor the war dogs and all of you involved with the
memorial. Is there anyone flying into Ontario Airport for the War Dogs
Memorial who would be willing to share a ride to the ceremony in Riverside. I
will be flying out of San Jose Airport to Ontario. Please let me know. Thanks
Eileen
Username = Eileen Durham
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = stephen_durham@msn.comDateSent
DateSent = Tue Jan 4 08:40:15 PST
2000
Handler = no
Comments = I never handled dogs in the Dutch army, the only time i saw dogs on
a military installation was in Bosnia (10/01/96 - 04/02/97) when a nest of
puppies was born on Buso-2 (Busovaca). The entire compound there (i merely
visited, being based elsewhere) sort of "adopted" the puppy's and
would have lynched people who hurt them. At least one of the puppy's was taken
to the Netherlands by a Lt.Colonel (privileges of rank....), the others? i
hope they have found a good home. A lot of domestic animals were abandoned in
former Yugoslavia.
When i saw
the documentary on the National Geographic channel, i was touched. One of the
Contact Post messages on this site stated that one day the handlers would be
reunited with their buddys. Perhaps i'm sentimental, but like the documentary
it brought tears to my eyes.
Dates of Service = 04/26/95 08/31/99
Username = M.J. Stuurman
Rank/Division = Corporal 1st class, 330 DS/AS HrstCie
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = londo_mollari@wxs.nl
DateSent
= Sun Jan 9 18:40:45 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = always a good feeling to have your dog with you on those lonely
nights which you took one day at a time and hope to see the sun come up.about
time the dogs get a little respect the men dont how many of you out there feel
like isolated 2nd class citizens.
Dates of Service = 12-66 t0 12-67
Username = J Raines
Rank/Division = sgt e-4 37thsps Phu Cat
Web Site = american on line
Dog Breed = german shepard
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = rain751@aol.com
Dog Name = thor
DateSent = Thu Jan 13 21:44:02 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I would like to say that I was not in Vietnam, but I have been a dog
handler for more then 10 years. And in those 10 years I had the opportunity to
deploy twice to Bosnia. Once with 1st Armour Division and once with 1st Infantry
Division. I was not one of the first ones in there, but the first time I was
there they did not have all the comforts of home like they do now. We did a lot
of walking patrols through areas that might have land mines or trip wires. My
partner alerted me to approximately 50 pounds of TNT dynamite and 3 pounds of
C-4 that was set up to blow up two houses in Musium sector. I would like to
think him for helping me in coming home both times with anything happening. He
is no longer in the program due to injuries that he got after we came home.
Dates of Service = Jul 86-Present
Rank/Division = SSG 1st ID, 1st AD
Dog Breed = Malinois
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = jadams_68@yahoo.com
Dog Name = Lesko
DateSent
= Wed Jan 19 15:32:29 PST 2000
Comments = I am conducting research for a documentary film on the
Mayaguez Incident for the Discovery Channel. We are aware that the 56th Security
Police Squadron out of Nakhom Phanom Thailand was initially involved and know
about the tragic accident that claimed so many of their lives. We are looking to
contact family members of those lost, survivors of the operation, and others
with intimate knowledge of the details of the Incident so that we may track down
any photos or moving images of the participants, aspects of the operation, and
more specifically, of the accident itself. In addition to images of the event we
also have a question: Who ordered the Security Police into action in the
Mayaguez Incident? Finally, we know a memorial service is held every May at Luke
AFB in Arizona. Does anyone have any home movies of this event? Who might we
contact in order to film the event this year? This will be a tasteful hour-long
documentary in the same vein as previous films we've done (such as for the
National POW Museum, "Situation Critical: The USS Forrestal," and
"The True Story of Top Gun"). Please feel free to contact me at
703.908.4242 (fax: 703.243.4023) or jwarren@henninger.com with any questions,
comments, or research suggestions.
Best regards,
John Warren
Henninger Productions
Username = John Warren
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = jwarren@henninger.com
DateSent = Fri Jan 21 13:18:58 PST 2000
Handler = YES
Comments = War Dogs was wonderful and extremely cathartic.
Thirty years plus is a long long time. The documentary helped me tie up
loose ends I never knew existed. A
day does not go by when I think of Tuck. Looking
forward to attending the Memorial in Feb.
Dates of Service = Jun 66 - May 67
Username = David Myhre
Rank/Division = 35 SPS Phan Rang
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = dlmbassman@aol.com
Dog Name = Tuck 2A03
DateSent = Sat Jan 22 10:01:46 PST 2000
Handler = No
Comments = Dear fellow sympathizers, I'm 14 year kid out of New York that would
just like to thank all of you who not only made this website possible but also
had the time and intelligence to thank those that saved many of us Americans
lives. If it weren't for those war dogs, I guarantee you that at
least 75,000 of our boys would not have made it home. PLEASE, WE MUST FIGHT THE GOVERNMENT TO MAKE A NATIONAL
MONUMENT TO THESE HEROIC DOGS! IF
ANY OF YOU HAVE INFO, CONTACT ME AT KRUELKLOWN@AOL.COM.
IF YOU HAVE ANY INFO ON WAR DOGS AT ALL, CONTACT ME ANYWAY AT MY EMAIL
ADDRESS.
THANK YOU
Dates of Service = Never served
Username = Andrew
Rank/Division = Never had a rank
Dog Breed = None
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = KruelKlown@aol.com
Dog Name = None
DateSent = Mon Jan 24 14:35:51 PST 2000
Handler = no
Comments = After seeing the War Dogs Documentary, I decided to do a report on
these heroic canines and their handlers. I
have since completed the project and have decided to make a website dedicated to
the handlers and their dogs. I have
begun work and am wondering if any of you would be willing to send me pictures
or information to put on my site. Thanks.
Dates of Service = NA
Username = Murphy
Rank/Division = NA
Web Site = http://www.geocities.com/lobogrande99/WarDogs.html
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = MurphyX99@hotmail.com
DateSent = Tue Feb 1
17:00:34 PST 2000
Comments = I have watched the beautiful documentary of the war dogs and
cried the whole way through it...for the handlers and for the dogs. It was tough to keep watching but I felt compelled.
Like so many others have said, unless you have owned a German Shepherd
Dog, you cannot know the unparalleled devotion and loyalty these dogs have
towards their people. I cannot
imagine what these dogs were thinking when they were left behind, and do not
pretend to know what their handlers had to endure knowing that they had to leave
their best friends. Thank you to
the men and their dogs who served our country.
And thank you for your efforts to recognize our war dogs.
Username = -mds
DateSent = Fri Feb 4
05:37:31 PST 2000
Comments = TONIGHT I WATCHED THE VIDEO TOGETHER WITH MY PARTNER AND OUR
MALAMUTE.I WAS MOVED, AS I HAVE SELDOM BEEN, AND FOUND MYSELF TEARING UP ON A
NUMBER OF OCCASIONS.TO THOSE OF YOU WHO SERVED, AND THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR BRINGING THIS TO THE PUBLIC,YOU DO YOURSELVES PROUD.I KNOW SOME
OF YOU VETS WILL REMEMBER THE AUSTRALIANS IN VIETNAM, AND YOU WILL REMEMBER THAT
WE ALSO USED DOGS TO GREAT EFFECT,AND AT SIMILAR COST.MY PATERNAL GRANDFATHER
WAS IN THE "LIGHT HORSE" DURING WW1,(A CAVALRY FORCE COMPRISED OF
VOLUNTEERS)WHO FOUGHT WITH GREAT HONOR IN THE MIDDLE EAST, BEFORE BEING SENT TO
FRANCE.THEY WERE FORCED TO DESTROY THEIR HORSES, BECAUSE THEY COULDNT BRING THEM
HOME.THEY WERE AUSTRALIAN HORSES THAT THEY HAD TAKEN WITH THEM, IN MANY CASES
THEY WERE THEIR OWN HORSES.HE DIED LONG BEFORE I WAS BORN, BUT I REMEMBER MY
GRANDMOTHER TELLING ME THAT HAVING TO SHOOT HIS MOUNT WAS THE ONE THING HE COULD
JUST NEVER BRING HIMSELF TO DISCUSS.I ADMIRE YOUR EFFORTS IN KEEPING THE
MEMORIES ALIVE,MINE INCLUDED.I AM 48 YEARS OLD, AND REMEMBER THE VIETNAM YEARS
ALL TOO CLEARLY.I BELIEVE THAT THERE IS A SPECIAL HEAVEN FOR WARRIORS.GOD BLESS.
Username = GRAEME STANDEN
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = TACTICALEDGE@BIGPOND.COM
DateSent
= Sun Feb 6 22:52:49 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = MARTY 5x31 US Army scout dog . Marty served3 combat tours with the
40th and 50th scout dog plts . HE WAS HANDLED BY Walsh,HARDING AND HERBERT .Marty never triped awire or took a unit into an
ambush
Dates of Service = 1965-1967
Username = jerry walsh
UserFAX = 870-234 3822
Rank/Division = E4 25th
inf div
Dog Breed = german sheperd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = jwalsh@magnolia-net.com
Dog Name = marty 5x31 sd
DateSent = Mon Feb 7
05:10:19 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Looking forward to the dog memorial event in riverside 2-21-2000
Dates of Service = January 1968 too August 1970
Username = robert reese
Rank/Division = Sgt. Sentry Dogs Danang
Web Site = reese@quarternote.com
Dog Breed = shep
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = reese@quarternote.com
Dog Name = silver 5a79
DateSent = Mon Feb 7
14:30:10 PST 2000
Comments = looking for anyone who knew jon budke from washington blond
blue eyes brown river navy 117pbr unit lai dai mekong oh its task force 117
trained mare island california he was my father and am trying to piece togather
his history from vietnam so i may understand why he abandoned his family so
along ago i guess he took comming home a hard thing and never adjusted very well
so what was the job of the brown river navy and exactly who were they? what was
a task force and what was a patroll boats job? thank you for youre kindness
margaret
Dates of Service = 1967 to 1970
Username = margaret
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = kkhell@msn.com
Branch /
Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes /
Contact
DateSent
= Tue Feb 8 17:30:22 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Thank you so very much for making this memorial possible.
My K-9 unit was the first of its kind in the history of the Navy.
We patroled outside of Danang, Viet Nam in a place called Marble Mountain
and also on Hill 327 Red Beach. Handling my dog was the biggest part of my life
over there when I was off I always checked on him he was my right arm and my
security. Many nights he saved me
from snipers on a remote fenceline and I will never go a single day without
thinking of him.
Dates of Service = Aug.66-May 70
Username = Gilbert C. Kalbus Jr.
Rank/Division = E-4 1st Us Navy Sentry Dog Team
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Navy
UserEmail = kfelock@earthlink.net
Dog Name = Bruno
DateSent = Tue Feb 8
21:24:51 PST 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = I was station at Bien Hoa, Viet Nam as a Dog Handler.
My dog's name was Fritz and he was a Black Belgian Sheppard. Fritz was
probably the most genlte and loving dog I have ever had ever seen.
Don't get me wrong he was no pet either. When we were on patrol and
when put on command to "Hit" he was one of the best attack dogs
I had ever seen. Fritz was not only my best friend and companion he also
provided me with the confidence that I needed to survive. As all Dog Handlers
know you could not have depended on any other being on this entire planet that
would protect you, stand by you and if necessary, to die for you as your dog
would have. There were many nights while on patrol Fritz
"alerted" and I reported to CSC.
When things got serious either back up teams were
deployed to the sector or helicopter support was dispatched. The bravest thing
Fritz ever did for me was while one night on patrol he suddenly leaped forward
in front of me then jumped back and started walking side ways pushing me back.
I never seen him do that before, it was pitch black and you couldn't see
your hand in front of you. I shined
my light down the road and there it was a corbra coiled up ready to strike. Needless to say I shot the snake and immediatly checked
Fritz's head because I thought he took a hit from the cobra. I was was one of the worst feelings I had ever felt, I
thought Fritz would die. He was immediately taken to the vets and observed. They
could not find any signs of him being bitten, thank God. This is just one example of how Fritz was always there for
me. It broke my heart to leave him
there when I rotated back to the stated. I
handled three dogs in my four year K-9 career and I loved all three dogs but I
have to honestly say Fritz (Bien Hoa) will always be my favorite. I recently
found this web page and I think it is the greatest.
I only wish I had had seen it sooner.
I just made contact with some of my old Dog Handler buddies.
I love it. Thank you. Dates of Service = 10/64 to 10/68
Username = Andy Bisceglie
Rank/Division = A2C, 7th Air Force, 3rd SPS Sentry Dog Section
Dog Breed = Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = ogauge@bellatlantic.net
Dog Name = Fritz
DateSent = Thu Feb 10 09:26:26 PST 2000
Comments = I did
not serve in Viet Nam but I love German shepherds and my third and current one ,
"Tasha" , has all the
characteristics of a noble warrior. My
children and I will be flying down to Riverside for the memorial dedication.
We hope to thank you veterans in person for all that you have done.
Username = Tina
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = shively3@earthlink.com
DateSent = Thu Feb 10 13:12:36 PST 2000
Comments = I can't express my gratitude enough to those animals that
served with the fighting men and women in the jungles of Vietnam. I am a british woman, who owns a Malhamute Husby/Timberwolf
cross, he is a baby with the family, but will NOT let anyone put their hands on
HIS people. What the hell did the top brass think was going to happen to all
these abandoned dogs????? This country is WIERD, you can screw peoples minds up
in various ways, but to make an ENFORCED separation between to animals who have
bonded and got close (the human animal and the sog) is cruel to the extreme, had
the dogs and the men/women not gone through enough?????I am proud of you, even
if sometime syour country doesn't act that way. I have sent this site all over
the world, I bought the T Shirt - seen the picture (hugs) to you all, maybe
somewhere in the Vietnam jungles, there are little USA puppies running
around........God Bless you all. ANNIE
Username = Annie McCormick
UserFAX = no
Web Site = none
Dog Breed = Wolf/Hybrid
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = RdHaird@aol.com
Dog Name = Shanka
DateSent = Mon Feb 14 08:22:54 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Its been 30 years since I left Vietnam, but the memories have never
left me. To Teddy, your picture has been on my wall for 30 years.You have not
been forgotten.Every time we moved in my 22 years my family insured that your
picture was prominently displayed.
My daughter recently gave me a video of War Dogs and it brought back many fine
memories.Looking back as young kids we did a hell of a job without knowing it at
the time.
Dates of Service = April 68-Apr 69
Username = Kenneth N Matteson Jr. Msgt
(ret)
Rank/Division = Sgt 35th SPS
K-9 Phan Rang AB
Dog Breed = collie/shep
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = Oldsalty123@aol.com
Dog Name = Teddy A607
DateSent = Mon Feb 14 18:57:27 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Got orders for Kunsan AB Korea, 10/69 with 354th CSG.
Began TDY status to Kadina AB Okinawa, 1/70.
Delivered dogs to S Korea and to the Nam.
5/70 delivered 8 dogs to DaNang where status was changed to permanent
party at DaNang AB. Franz had
larger than usual ears, approx. 95 lbs., and was about 5 yrs old when I left for
the world. If anyone remembers any
contact with Franz after '70 please contact me.
I made every attempt known to have him released to me without any luck.
Dates of Service = 10/69 - 5/70 354th
CSG Kunsan AB Korea / 5/70 - 10/70 366th SPS DaNang
Username = Butch Mowder
Rank/Division = A1C-E3 / SGT.E-4
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = bmowder@hotmail.com
Dog Name = Franz
DateSent = Sun Feb 20 14:18:00 PST 2000
Handler = No
Comments = My name is Frank,I was an Artillery FO.I always rode with the K9 unit
in the Hewy going out on an Operation.They were always muzzled,but they managed
to breat on me the entire trip.I always felt sorry for them going through the
marshes and rice paddys.They were exhausted by the time they hit dry
ground.Later I was with dallas Police Dept,and i was a K9 Officer for three
years.My first dog died of heart worms.i have a lot of tales on Patrol duty.
Dates of Service = 66-68
Username = mickfrank
Rank/Division = Sgt e-5,C-Co 2/27 Inf. Wolfhounds
Web Site = www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Base/7842
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = fmc@ndak.net
DateSent
= Sun Feb 20 22:39:00 PST 2000
Handler = YES
Comments = I WAS A HANDLER FOR 14YRS. I
WAS STATIONED AT OSAN, ROK, LANGLEY, VA, HOWARD AFB, PN AND LACKLAND, TX.
I DID TDY'S TO PANAMA, CUBA, SAUDIA ARABIA, KUWAIT, HONDURAS.
I SERVED IN DESERT SHIELD/STORM. I
ALWAYS HEARD AND READ THE STORIES ABOUT THE HANDLERS FROM NAM.
MUCH OF WHAT THEY DID AND LEARNED WAS TAUGHT TO US WHILE WE WERE IN
SCHOOL. WHAT WAS DONE TO THE DOGS
AND THE HANDLERS WAS UNCALLED FOR. MYSELF
AND MY FELLOW HANDLERS HAVE MADE SURE NOTHING LIKE THAT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. THANK
YOU TO ALL THE HANDLERS BEFORE ME WHO DID WHAT THEY DID SO I WOULD LEARN
SOMETHING IN SCHOOL. IT HAS BEEN SO
HARD TO GIVE UP BEING A HANDLER BECAUSE OF MY MEDICAL CONDITION (I LOST MY LEFT
EYE TO CANCER)
Dates of Service = 04 NOV 85-PRESENT
Username = CHRIS BOYCE
Rank/Division = SSGT
Dog Breed = GS/MALINOUS
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = K9NEMO@HOTMAIL.COM
Dog Name = ASKAN, DRUCK, REX, BLADE, HARRIS, JENNA, LOBO, MAX, BARRY, SAM, PECCO,
REX
DateSent = Mon Feb 21 09:49:27 PST 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = There was such a bond between dog handlers!
I miss you all and I miss George 60X8 and Fritz X434.
Dogs are still a huge part of my life. Charles Henry
Dates of Service = Jan. 01 through Dec. 27, 1968
Username = Charles Henry
UserFAX = 770-928-1693
Rank/Division = Sgt. E-4 377th
Security Police Sentry Dog Sectione
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = chenry8015@aol.com
Dog Name = George 60X8
DateSent = Tue Feb 22 10:00:32 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = We were a good team. I'll never forget Anno's ability to post in the
rear of a duce&ahalf from the sitting position. I extended to stay with him
but when I returned from 30 day leave Anno had been assigned another handler.
There were no dogs available at that time so I was assigned to Security. I got a
short visit to the kennel and Anno didn't look right. It was a short time later
that I found out that he had died from Lepto. Some of my friends said it was
more from a broken heart. It was another three months before I got back into the
K-9 Section for a short while before I shipped stateside. I've worked with many
different dogs since then but none as memorable as Anno.
Dates of Service = 6/69-12/70
Username = Don "Marty" Martineck
Rank/Division = A1C-3rd SPS Bien Hoa
Dog Breed = GerShep
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = dljm@localnet.com
Dog Name = ANNO
DateSent = Wed Feb 23 05:25:41 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = As of this date, I am back in Korea, 24 years after my first tour
there. From Feb 76 to Mar 77, I was
a Sentry Dog Handler on missle sites in Korea during a time when tensions were
high, and so was the threat. Following Korea, I became a handler of Patrol, then
Narcostics, finally Expolosives Detector Dogs.
I saw the WAR DOGS program on National Geographic via the local MWR cable
channel, and though I was not in a shooting war, I nonetheless feel connected
with those who were in and portrayed in the video. I came to know the importance of the dog to the mission,
whatever the mission was, AND to know first hand the loss of my K-9 companion.
After working the Cuban Refugee mission at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, my dog
(Yankee) had to be put down due to hip problems.
I had him for almost 2 1/2 years. I
sat in his kennel and bawled after it was done.
At least at Fort Sill we had a cemetary for our departed comrades.
It had one when I arrived; when I revisted it some 10 years later, there
were almost 15 or so. There are
places where the true value of the MWD is properly remembered.
Dates of Service = April 1975 - February 1983 (July 1992 - Present)
Username = Bob Yoh
Rank/Division = SGT/E-5 Military Police (now
CPT, JAG)
Web Site = http://bobyoh.freeservers.com
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = bob_yoh@yhoo.com
Dog Name = King (Sentry), Max (Patrol), Yankee (Narcotics), Lobo (Explosives)
DateSent = Wed Feb 23 09:00:31 PST 2000
Handler = No
Comments = This message is directed towards Joseph R. San Nicolas who posted on
this site on 2/16/99 but did not leave any contact information.
In June of 1971 we found a scout dog that I believe to be Krieger based
on information on the VDHA web site. We
had just had our point man killed in an ambush 50 meters from him.
For 29 years I have wondered who the handler was and what the
circumstances of Kriegers death was. Apparently you were the handler.
The story of the incident is at the following web address:
http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Barracks/3573/TEO.html
Please contact me.
Dates of Service = RVN 6812-6912 and
7102-7112
Username = Paul Grandy
Rank/Division = SGT 1st Cav
and 101st ABN
Web Site = http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Barracks/3573/TEO.html
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = grandyp0@hoffman.army.mil
DateSent = Wed Feb 23 09:16:21 PST 2000
Handler = Yea
Comments = I had Lobo on both tours. I worked mostly with CAP, and RECON. I had
a great friend that I didnt get to say "Good by" to. His name is Bill
Lindburg. He was from Long Beech, Cal. We were at L.Z. Ross in Feb. 70. He went
to OP Ryder and a day later I was rotated. If anyone has any information about
Bill, please contact me. I have been trying for all these years to find him. And
I would love to hear from anyone else that I served with.
About LOBO. Well he wae the best at mines and detecting ambushes. He
really saved alot of asses in the CAP units that we worked with. WE worked
mostly with 1st. and 4th. CAP. Words cant explain how much I miss that guy.
Dates of Service = In country, 8-66/9-67
2-68/3-70
Username = Frank Herschler Sgt. 2154322
UserFAX =
N/A
Rank/Division = Sgt 1st. and 3rd.
Web Site =
N/A
Dog Breed = Belgium Sheppard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = junglerat1@hawaii.rr.com
Dog Name = LOBO-990-X
DateSent = Wed Feb 23 13:15:47 PST 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = I just ordered the video, so I can't comment on it yet.Throughout my
years as a "Puppy Pusher" the dogs were the best partners and
companions I could have asked for. What happened to the dogs overseas was wrong
and I hope will never be repeated. I can only compare it to be asked to kill a
family member. I'm not bitter though and still continue to work a K-9 in
civilian law enforcement.
Dates of Service = '73'-'78
Username = RK Hoffman
Rank/Division = SGT (E-5) 615 MP CO
18th MP BDE, 138th MP CO, 101st MP
CO
Dog Breed = German Shephard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = grizz@fone.net
Dog Name = Napolean, Gordo, Thor, Burley, Sheba
DateSent = Sat Feb 26 13:26:01 PST 2000
Handler = n/a
Comments = I am ten years old and I am interested in war dogs.
I read a couple of books on war dogs and they are really cool.
For 4-H I am going to make a poster about war dogs for the county fair.
I am not sure if my dog wouild be strong enough to be a war dog.
My Dad calls her diminutive which is another way of saying small.
Becky
Dates of Service = too young
Username = Becky
Rank/Division = n/a
Dog Breed = German shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
Dog Name = Iris
DateSent = Wed Mar 1
17:31:06 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = If you handled Poncho either before or after me, I would love to hear
from you. We had a great dog, didn't we ? Those
EARS
were HUGE :o)
Dates of Service = May 66 to April 67
Username = Wells P. Martin
Rank/Division = PFC Det
"O" 212th MP Co.
Web Site = http://sentry_dogman.tripod.com
Dog Breed = Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = sentrydogman6667@home.com
Dog Name = Poncho 514x
Branch /
Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes /
Contact
DateSent = Wed Mar 1
20:02:12 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I just
recently joined the VDHA after finding the site on the web. Reading some of the
stories brought back many memories. It made me dig out some of the old slides I
had of the base & a f the guys I served with. If anybody out there remembers
me, drop a line. " K-9
First Line of Defence "
Dates of Service = May 69 - Dec 70
Username = Don "MARTY" Martineck
Rank/Division = A1C 3rd SPS
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = dljm@localnet.com
Dog Name = ANNO
DateSent = Wed Mar 1
20:33:12 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I am very moved by the tribute to our canine friends with which we
served so proudly. I
was stationed at March AFB in Riverside during my military years and served
proudly under Colonel Butler..Base Commander, March AFB.. I trained at the Sentry Dog Handlers course.. Class
#22066 Summer of 1966..at Lackland AFB. I
would love to hear from anyone who may have trained with me..
Airman Quick.. Tomlinson..Gillespie.. Tomlinson.. Triplett..Dees..
Cooper..Cook..Stone.. Pvt. Hintz .. Gilliam .. Papineau..Wood..Snouffer..
Just to name a few from school. Also my instructors..SSgt Evans..SSgt
Gapinski..SSgt Perret..SSgt Benton..SSgt Sharpnack..A1C Poll..
From my years at March AFB.. I
would like to connect with anyone from the 22CDS Military Police
Squadron..Airman Carl Guilbeau.. My cajun buddy.. Where are you??
Larry Miller?? Percy Rock??
I am so proud that there is now a memorial to mans best friend ..
Long Overdue..I am sorry that I missed the dedication.. but I thank
Colonel Butler from Riverside California for keeping me posted..
35 years is a long time..but the memories are clear.. God Bless you all. Sergeant
Frank Sargent.. USAF
Dates of Service = 1964 to 1968
Username = Frank P. Sargent
UserFAX = 206 - 362 - 9413
Rank/Division = E-4 22nd CDS March
AFB California
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = fpsargent@aol.com
Dog Name = Brock
DateSent = Wed Mar 1
20:47:56 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I have been a dog handler for almost 3 years now.
I find it to be the most rewarding jobs in today's military.
I have bought and watched "War Dogs" probaably 100 times, and
every time I get a better sense of pride for my career.
I wish I could have made the memorial presentation, but I promise I will
see it soon. K9 PRIDE
Dates of Service = Jan 94-Present
Username = Ryan
Rank/Division = SrA 21st Military Working Dog Section, Peterson AFB,CO
Dog Breed = Malinois
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = ryan@propilot.com
Dog Name = Yorka,Robbie,Kerra,Reno
DateSent
= Thu Mar 2 12:56:58 PST 2000
Handler = NO
Comments = Posting on behalf of former handler(A1c)Alan H. Driscoll who wants to
locate NEMO's handler (A1c) Robert "Spanky" Thornberg, Tan Son Nhut
AB, 1966. Anyone having info please contact me.
Username = Jose Taboas-Baco, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = jtaboas@tld.net
DateSent = Thu Mar 2
22:18:22 PST 2000
Comments = My letter is in response to the documentary, "WarDogs".
Shown bij National Geographic Channel, on our local TV., on 24 febr. 2000. Thank
you for the eye opener. I was deeply moved, and the tissuebox was not far away.
I myself, have right now 8 German Shepherd, at one time up to 16. I know how
attached they are to you. It must have been heartbreaking for their handlers to
leave their " brother" behind. It is anoutrage, that these dogs ere
left as " a piece of equipment". This person(s) who ordered this, and
I should never meet, or I can nog speak for my reaction. The dogs saved many
liives, they are heroes, yet to be discarded as " a piece of
equipment". By leaving the dogs with the Vietnames, you condemn them to a
cruel death. Do you not know? A favorie dish in Vietnam is dogmeat. Think about
it. Will
this " War-dogs" VDO be available in other countries, such as
Thailand? If yes, can you tell me,
where? Will the purchase money go towards the War-dog menorial Fund? Wilma
Ratanaruka, Thailand 3-3-2000
Username = Wilma Ratanaruka
UserFAX = +66 02-3002184
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = jsmid@a-net.net.th
DateSent = Thu Mar 2
22:37:53 PST 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = I've visited the site several times, and each time I remember Lad and
miss him more. I picked him up and
retrained him from a sentry to a patrol dog on TDY in Germany. Also trained a small sheperd named Smokey and returned to
Turkey with both. I kept Lad for my
Turkey tour and Smokey was picked-up by a fellow handler. Lad protected me from a snake bite while on the perimiter and
was a source of comfort/confidence while clearing an aera of the flightline with
a sniper (in '74 the Turks * Greeks were having a go at eachother while NATO was
caught in the middle). Altho I
didn't get the call for Nam, several of my classmates did, but I do appreciate
the bond between handler & patrol dog.
Lad was in good shape when I left to rotate back to the states but when i
left Lad, I also left a piece of me. And when I left K-9, I also left a great
bunch of guys. Anyone who might
have had some contact with Lad @ Incirlik after '74 please get in touch.
And any of my brother-handlers who recognize the names/stories, please
feel free to drop me an e-mail.
Dates of Service = 71-75
Username = Dave Schilling
Rank/Division = Sgt. E-4 Security Police K-9
SAC/EAC
Dog Breed = German Sheperd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = Dwesleys@aol.com
Dog Name = Lad
DateSent = Sun Mar 5
15:17:26 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Hilda was Da Nangs "kennel sweetheart" It was a sad day
saying goodbye to her. With Hilda at my side I always knew what was going on.
Welcome Home Hilda.
Dates of Service = 11/65-11/66
Username = Byron Martin
Rank/Division = Airman 366
SPS
Dog Breed = Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = bymart@sdcoe.k12.ca.us
Dog Name = Hilda
DateSent
= Thu Mar 16 13:58:32 PST 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Served in 3rd combat support group P.I. 1977 to 1978. Lost a handler
friend to intruders at Clark A.B., would like to hear from others who remember.
Dates of Service = April 1975 to December 1978
Username = Jim Dages
Rank/Division = E-4, SP
Dog Breed = Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = Dagesfam@earthlink.net
Dog Name = Fritz, Shadow, Kuma, Crazy Henry, Brute
DateSent = Sun Mar 19 20:10:12 PST 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = Gone But Not Forgotten! There
isn't a day that goes by that I don't remember!
I was active duty from Nov '63-Jan '73.
Still with the Marine Corps as a Civil Servant.
Rolling Thunder takes us to the Wall every year to pay our respects and
remind the Hill that we will never forget!
There needs to be a Dog added to the Memorial to complete the picture!
Semper Fidelis!
Dates of Service = VN '67-'69
Username = Sandy Parker
UserFAX = (904)696-5061
Rank/Division = Sgt - 3d Scout Dog Platoon - 3d MP Battalion
Dog Breed = German Shephard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = parkerws@mediaone.net
Dog Name = Sandy - 5A88
DateSent = Mon Mar 20 13:25:11 PST 2000
Handler = NO
Comments = Alan H. Driscoll informed me that had just learned that Robert "Spanky"
Thornberg died two years ago, circumstances unknown.
He was told this by a fellow handler.
Username = Jose Taboas-Baco, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = jtaboas@tld.net
DateSent
= Wed Mar 22 00:18:24 PST 2000
Handler = no
Comments = Hi , I am not a handler but I have handle my own dogs all my life,
even now. They only want a little food and water and they love you with their
life. I just want to give the answer to soo many question on how could our
military leaders leave them there. Here is the answer: ONLY 2 factors to
know:
1. Public media is shape by the movies and TV newscaster, who happened to
believe that only the SS and germans are bad people who killed many in europe.
The other "people" are not worth mentioning in movies or books. I have
been involved in 2 wars(c0nflicts) and there are more millions of good people
killed in asia and africa by dictators and hollywood never made more than one
movie of it. Why ? cause they are considered humans.So the same with dogs, they
are not humans , so they do not make movies of it.
2. The military leaders are following orders. Orders are given by politician and
presidents and generals. As well know most leaders and politician never did
serve in war, how could they know what bravery , loyalty and love is?
We have one
in the white house right now. They care for trees and rivers and smog, but not
love, loyalty and honor. People has to understand that leaders make decision for
the military, the military just obey the civilian. If you put a weirdo in the
white house or capitol, then you get weird decisions.....and so do not asked how
it could happen.....next time you vote...vote for people who respect LIFE and
love.
Dates of Service = 1/73
Username = Jay
Rank/Division = E4-1stMAW
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = usa@pe.net
Branch /
Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes /
Contact
DateSent = Wed Mar 22 19:48:12 PST 2000
Handler = no
Comments = Having learned about the utter heroism of this, I am giving an
information briefing on the dogs and handlers of Viet Nam to my cadet class.
My dog is a collie-wolf mix, she's practically my sister. To the soldiers
that have provided their experiences for this project, I would like to say that,
upon reading of the selflessness of you and your dogs, I am prouder than ever to
be a member of the Armed Forces, and I am going to find out how I can become
involved with the military dogs as part of my career.
You guys have inspired me- thank you.
Dates of Service = Current
Username = Catharine Franklin
Rank/Division = CDT PVT; ROTC, 1st Region, 2nd BGE
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = crdf@rocketmail.com
DateSent = Mon Mar 27 08:41:28 PST 2000
Handler = no
Comments = I served at Nha Be and saw the sentry dogs at Long Binh when we got
our ammo from there. Such a terrible fate for such hero's. It is wonderful that
the long overdue memorial is finally going to be built. We had a pet Vietnamese
dog ( was German Shepard looking) with us that was shot before my eyes because
he might have had some illness, no illness signs showing. I still have his
rabies tag.
Dates of Service = 1965-1969
Username = Nick Mott
Rank/Division = second Class Petty Officer
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Navy
UserEmail = nmott@mics.net
DateSent = Wed Mar 29 16:41:54 PST 2000
Handler = no
Comments = I am a college student that is doing a research paper on these very
amazing animals I just learned of these dogs while looking up viet nam if there
is any viet nam vets out there that would like to share their stories with me I
would very much appreciate if some one would like to share there stories
Dates of Service = did not serve
Username = mrs. carpenter
Rank/Division = i need help studying these dogs
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = www.gratefuldd420@yahoo.com
DateSent = Wed Apr 5
15:15:59 PDT 2000
Comments = My husband was in the service, sorry I can not provide the
information you asked for. After watching the video, I am curious about how many
handlers came home and got German Shepherds for pets.
We have them and think they are the best dog in the world and now, after
watching the video, are even more convinced of that. Such brave dogs and men
surely deserve to be remembered and you have out support.
Username = Linda Crawford
UserEmail = bmlo-crawford@eritter.net
DateSent = Mon Apr 10 11:49:22 PDT 2000
Comments = i'm doing a research paper on war dogs of vietnam and would
like to get more information on the subject. If any one could give me stories or information on this
subject it would be aprecciated. I
am very interested in this subject and would like to thank all that have served.
bubachikns@aol.com is my e-mail address.
Username = seth furrow
UserEmail = bubachikns@aol.Com
DateSent
= Tue Apr 11 16:13:04 PDT 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = 4000 dogs served in Vietnam, less than 200 returned.
I surviived because of my dog and was appaled at how government discarded
them at the end of the conflict. They
will not be forgotten.
Dates of Service = 1966 -1969
Username = David Massey
Rank/Division = GMG 2 USNAVSUPPACT
K-9 Detachment Danang
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Navy
UserEmail = demassey@tiptontel.com
Dog Name = Chief
DateSent = Sun Apr 16 18:22:54 PDT 2000
Handler = no
Comments = Well, I've read all the comments,viewed as much as possible of the
program on the Discovery Channel and the "segment" on CNN and I have 6
copies of the tape - purchased w/ Nature Recipe kibble, etc. when I found out
(after a lot of phone calls) what was happening.
I wan't on the net 'til last week soI had no place to express my grief
and outrage. I have four German
Shepherd's and would have a dozen if I had the time, space & money it takes
to care for them. When I look at
the two I have now-asleep on one of many beds inside the house-my heart breaks
AND I start crying again when I think of those wonderful, intelligent, loyal
dogs in the middle all that mess - that they were left behind makes me so angry
and sad that I wish I could not think about it.
I still have not viewed the entire tape, because I cannot stop crying,
but have seen various segments - the end of it with the muzzeled dog tore me
apart. Who made the decision to leave these animals behind?
Why did people "donate" their dog to the "war
effort"? Why isn't the
memorial next to the wall in D.C.? What
happened to those dogs left behind? Although I'm not sure I want to know - I hope they were not
used for breeding to provide skins for coats!
I've seen pictures of those Shepherds in horrible configurations and have
wondered where these "people" get them - hopefully the "breeder's" are not sending them
over!War is a nightmare - why do we insist on interjecting animals into the
fracas? I remember the VietNam mess
- I had my first German Shepherd and drove my brother-in-law to the transit
center for his trip to Vietnam, I had friends that went and some that did not,
at no time did I know that they were "taking"dogs over to their dirty
work, and I especially did not know they did not come home, or died in "the
kennel" from heat stroke, or bloat, or guns or...how disgusting.
Dates of Service = na
Username = Pat Sides
Rank/Division = na
Dog Breed = GSD
Post Info = Yes
UserEmail = Kelsey@Cableone.net
Dog Name = Joe,Kelsey,Dusty & Pandy
DateSent = Tue Apr 18 00:21:11 PDT 2000
Handler = no
Comments = I commented last night,but this is the lst time I've used this sort
of thing - just signed up on the net last week and found all of this thru much
"wandering" - actually off the CNN Main - under War Dogs - I still
cannot believe they did what they did- after reading most of the comments from
handler's I'm even more appalled and angry.
It is bad enough the dogs were left behind, but what kind of care do
these animals get while in the"service" of this country?
Hot spots! Bad food!
Draining wounds - while in "kennel" here!
An 8yr. old and an llyr. old!!! Were
these miracle shepherds? No hip
displaysia, arthritis,infected ear canals, bad skin etc. etc. - German Shepherd
problems! WHY are they left in
kennel runs? Of all the social,
people-orientated dogs in the world the German Shepherd is at the top of the
list - unfortunately that is their problem - you can put them thru all that
awful, violent training and still take them home!
Mine live inside the house - part of the family - Kelsey is 12 and still
gets her squeaky out of her toy box to antagonize my other shepherd-Joe who is
also 12. They would have never
survived in Vietnam. I had a friend
who gave his shepherd to the army and I wondered why he wouldn't watch the show
on tv or view the tape I have - he knew what I didn't and I hope he is very
ashamed. I wonder how many
breeder's "gave" away dogs for the war - I'm pretty sure one of them
was interviewed on the CNN segment - I'm sure her name is on the AKC family tree
for two of my dogs. It would be
nice if the breeders were more responsible - than these magnificent dogs
wouldn't have so many medical problems and go to such horrible homes.
Dates of Service = na
Username = P
UserFAX = 707
Rank/Division = na
Web Site = Kelsey@Cableone.net
Dog Breed = GSD
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = K
UserTel = 7
Dog Name = Joe,Kelsey,Dusty &
DateSent = Tue Apr 25 05:58:18 PDT 2000
Comments = I just saw the war dogs documentary , cried throughout the
entire show. I am the daughter of a vietnam vet and wanted to say thank you to
all the dog handlers and the Dogs, who likely contributed in getting my father
and many more fathers, brothers, husbands and sons home alive. They may never
recieve a medal but they are honored.
Username = NJC
Rank/Division = Father was a Tech Sgnt
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = gatan_oz@yahoo.com
DateSent
= Tue Apr 25 07:34:42 PDT 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = We were there for the Marines and others of I Corp.
Gung Ho/Semper Fidelis!
Dates of Service = 11-67/08-69
Username = Sandy Parker
Rank/Division = Sgt. - 3d Scout Dog Platoon, 3d MP Bn - DaNang
Dog Breed = Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = parkerws@mediaone.net
Dog Name = Sandy - 5A88
DateSent
= Tue Apr 25 22:38:36 PDT 2000
Comments = I am a 16 yr old girl from Australia.
I don't know of anyone who served in Vietnam much less anyone who served
as a dog handler. After seeing the
Discovery Channel's documentary I felt compelled to write to this site and the
soldiers who fought with these brave dogs in Vietnam.
I can understand how people form such strong bonds with dogs and other
animals and when that animal shares every moment of your life in a situation
like Vietnam that bond becomes stronger than anyone can describe. My aunt has a german shepard who is about two years old and
even though I don't live with my aunt and her dog I would hate to have anything
happen to him. The memorials America has finally built to honor these dogs and
their handlers may be late in coming, but people can rest assured that even
without a memorial, the war dogs of Vietnam and other great wars in history will
always hold a special and deeply honored place in the hearts of the people who
raised, trained, fought and ultimately remember these dogs not as military
supplies or equipment, but as man's best friend.
Username = Sarah
UserEmail = NetACID@aol.com
DateSent
= Wed Apr 26 17:40:13 PDT 2000
Handler = Yes
Comments = Just coming into cotact w/old partners
from PhuCat, would love to hear from the rest of you
Dates of Service = 69-70
Username = Randy Ritter
Rank/Division = A1C 37SPS PhuCat
Dog Breed = Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = fritter@capecod.net
Dog Name = King
DateSent = Wed Apr 26 21:51:36 PDT 2000
Handler = no
Comments = Im a 22 yr old filipina, during the vietnam war may be i was not yet
conceived.Until i was able to watch about this unforgotten heroes. I was touch
and burst in to cry while seeing these documentary. I want to salute and give
glory and honor to the soldiers and the dogs
who have sacrife their lives in the battle of freedom. Thank you so much for
this information, thus it strenghthens my love , devotion and respect to all the
dogs in the world. Thank
you to all the efforts of the organizers.I COULD NOT AFFORD ANY CASH DONATION,
BUT I WILL ALWAYS PRAY FOR YOUR SUCCESS. AND DEFINITELY SPREAD THIS CAMPAIGN TO
ALL MY FRIENDS .
Dates of Service = im not a member of any of those stuff
Username = Crishel C. Deligero
Rank/Division = im just a concern citizen
Dog Breed = no
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = crishel_ph@yahoo.com
Dog Name = none
DateSent
= Mon May 1 12:08:57 PDT 2000
Handler = no
Comments = I am at a site at THE WALL in D.C. 2-3 times a week spreading the
message of a NEED for a wardog memorial there.I'm aware it has been denied twice
so far.The response from citizens and vets alike is that of DISGUST over what
happened to those dogs and WHY there is not a memorial there.Please,if you
can,show up on Memorial Day to show your support.Bring your dog(s)if you
want(non-aggressive please)and PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP on a memorial for these
GREAT DOGS at THE WALL in D.C. I am on the site with my own German Shepherd
"Dayna" and I just can't express in words how heartbroken people are
when they learn of this TRAGEDY! We are also going to hopefully have the first
candlelight vigil on Memorial Day just for your dogs.There seems to be one
planned for our veterans.My heart goes out to the men who were forced to leave
their best friends behind.In a way I know how that feels-I have said
"goodbye" to my other Shepherds.GOD BLESS ALL OF OUR MEN,WOMEN,AND
DOGS WHO SERVED AND ALSO TO OUR AMERICANS WHO ARE PRISONERS!
Thank You!
Dates of Service = N/A
Username = redroses4namvets@hotmail.com
Rank/Division = N/A
Dog Breed = N/A
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = redroses4namvets@hotmail.com
Dog Name = N/A
DateSent
= Tue May 2 10:58:36 PDT 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Slick for the thirteen months was my best friend I was with him.
He and I were stationed at Long Binh and Saigon with the 212th Military
Police Company in 1969 and 1970. I
will always remember his unique personality (the other handlers always said he
was the only US dog in the company, meaning draftee) his playfulness and most
importantly that he was my guardian for those many months.
Even though you were put down after I left you will always be remembered
‘’ airplane ears
Dates of Service = 12/10/1968 to 07/16/1970
Username = John Caldwell
Rank/Division = Spec4
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = jcald10390@aol.com
Dog Name = Slick 9A53
DateSent
= Sat May 6 15:30:30 PDT 2000
Comments = I wasn't even born during Vietnam, but my father was there.He
passed his love for the courageous German Shepherds on to me. I have been
raising them now for six years. I wrote this in memory of every shepherd and the
person they have loved. Gone but not forgotten - how those words ring true, Some
will scoff and in wonder" how can they mean a thing to you?" Yes I
realize, I've not the experience you've had, Yet everything I've learned of that
time - I learned from my dad. He also passed to me a passion for a friend, Love
and laughs for life - loyalty 'till the end. Human love knows limits that a
shepherds heart would never touch, Giving their life for their master - for them
that's not too much. God knew that we would fail each other - often not being
there in another's time of need, So He
created for us this guardian angel breed. Our limited hearts remember fondly
those who gave their lives for us, Never
faltering in their ever present trust. No matter the reason that our heroes have
fallen', It will always be
important -- that they are gone but not forgotten!!!
CHRISTY ST. MARTIN 05-06-00
Username = CHRISTY (BAYOU STORM)
Dog Breed = GERMAN SHEPHERD
UserEmail = BAYOUSTORM1@GO.COM
DateSent
= Mon May 15 18:32:44 PDT 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = Just recently found the web sight. It has been 32 years since I have
had contact with another dog handler. Through the sight I have found some old
friends and have shed many tears while reading others accounts of vietnam. I
have never been prouder to have been a dog handler than I am right now.
Finally our four footed friends are getting the recognition they so
richly deserve. I didn't realize
that so many others have felt as I do about their dogs. Fritz's picture sits on
my dresser to this day. Leaving him
in Vietnam was one of the hardest things I have ever done. WE had been through a
lot together. We went to Vietnam as a team and I came home alone.
I'm sure that anyone who teamed up with him after I left felt as I did
about him. I was blessed. God bless our dogs.
Dates of Service = 22Jan67-20 Jan68
Username = Robert T. King
(Tom)
Rank/Division = sgt E4/ 31st
Security Police Sq. (Tuy Hoa)
Dog Breed = German Shep.
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = TBKING1@msn.com
Dog Name = Fritz SN 2A81
DateSent
= Fri May 19 06:34:24 PDT 2000
Handler = Y
Comments = SEREVED WITH 110TH MP.CO.
SENTRY DOG KOREA 1966. 212TH MP.CO.
DET "L" SOC TRANG.VIET NAM 1967 WORKED MILITARY SITES E/COAST 1968/69
TOTAL DOGS (5) Dates of Service = SEPT
65 / SEPT 69
Username = JAMES A . SHINE
Rank/Division = SP/4
Dog Breed = SHEP
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
UserEmail = JOHANNK9@AOL.COM
Dog Name = JOHANN
DateSent
= Fri May 19 12:23:51 PDT 2000
Comments = I'm only an animal lover and wish to say I'm appauled that
here on your site I read that the first memorial was unveiled on President's Day
this year and I never hear anything about it.
Our government failed to recognize the MEN and WOMEN from the Vietnam war
properly until years later, it doesn't surprise me that many Americans, such as
myself, knew nothing of the dogs who fought with them.
If you can give me information on further reading on this topic, I'd be
grateful. Our police K-9 dogs are
issued bullet-proof vests and get hero tributes, why not those in war? Do they deserve any less?
UserEmail = autorescue@iFreedom.com
DateSent
= Wed May 24 08:10:57 PDT 2000
Comments = I have a brother, a husband, and an ex-husband who all made it
out of Vietnam as much in one piece as anyone ever made it out.
I know that in one way or another a HUGE debt is owed to our nation's war
dogs, for Vietnam and for all the other wars they've served in.
One gets attached enough to man's oldest companion just as a pet; I can
only imagine the attachment that must occur when your life is held in furry paws
and keen senses. There are those
who say that animals have no souls and, therefore, will not meet us in heaven.
Those of us who have loved and lost our dog family members know this is
not true. To those of you who lost your beloved K-9 buddies, my heart goes out
to you.
Username = Peggy Keller
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
UserEmail = peggy@email.tvi.cc.nm.us
DateSent
= Wed May 24 19:42:04 PDT 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I would like to say my greatest comment that this dogs should be
cosider a hero in a generation.
Dates of Service = september 20 1968
Username = gouglas mcdonald
Rank/Division = master sergeant 4th infantry division
Dog Breed = german sheeperd
Service Type = Marines
UserEmail = jam360@goplay.com
Dog Name = wolf
DateSent
= Fri May 26 20:57:14 PDT 2000
Handler = yes
Comments = I was with the 377th SPS at TSN from July 68 to July of 69. I worked
with a solid black Belgium Shepard named Kreiger, AO77.
He was a real worker, looking for 'Charlie' was his life calling.
Really got worked up when it got HOT (action)- loved mortor and rocket
attacks. I had a hard time keeping him down. To him it was 'Party Time'.
Anyone have him after I left? Really
like to know.
Dates of Service = 10 July 68 to 10 July 69
Username = William A. Blanton
UserFAX = (903) 657-2941
Rank/Division = Sgt.
Dog Breed = Shepard
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
UserEmail = WilliamA@blanton.com
Dog Name = Kreiger AO77
