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The Contact Post Listings

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DateSent = Fri Mar 23 04:33:47 MST 2001
Rank/Division = Lt
Username = Mike Hollis
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
Comments = Hello Guys,
I am a South African war vet. I now live in Austaralia. I saw the program on the War Dogs tonight on the Discovery program. It brought back a lot of memories for me. Amazing! Thank you. Keep on making the people remember. Like you say there are Dads and Brothers and Sons who are here today because of the Men and their Dogs. In our War the Men and their Dogs have gone even more forgotten. My thoughts, wishes and solidarity are with all you guys. Mike.
Dates of Service = 1977-1989
UserEmail = mikehollis@mac.com
Handler = No

DateSent = Sat Mar 30 05:47:58 MST 2002
Rank/Division = SFC 1st Infantry Division
Username = Charles E. Raines
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = Was a member of the 42d ISDP Bamberg, Germany 1950 - 1954. An Instructor at the Dog Training Center 1954 - 1956. Served with Sentry Dog Unit South Korea 1956 -1957. Instructer at 26th ISDP Ft Benning and also at Lackland AFB. Retired from service in Nov 1968
Dates of Service = Sept 1948 - Nov 1968
UserEmail = cranine1@tampabay.rr.com
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Sat Mar 30 05:47:58 MST 2002
Rank/Division = SFC 1st Infantry Division
Username = Charles E. Raines
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = Was a member of the 42d ISDP Bamberg,Germany 1950-1954. Then Tp Fort Carson, Colorado as an Instructor at the Dog Training Center 1954 - 1956. Served with Sentry Dog Unit South Korea 1956 -1957. Instructer at 26th ISDP Ft 1957 1959. They was an Instructor at the dog training Center at Lackland Air Force Base. Served in Vietnam in 1st Infantry Division as a Platoon Sgt of 1/14th Cav Sqd. There I worked on several operations where we used scout dogs. I retired at Fort Hood, Texas in Nov 1968
Dates of Service = Sept 1948 - Nov 1968
UserEmail = cranine1@tampabay.rr.com
Handler = Yes

Username = Sue Roberts and Joseph O'Hara
Service Type = Other
Comments = I am from Christchurch New Zealand and today on the TV I saw the tragic story of the Vietnam War Dogs.
My partner served in the war for USA Airforce and was not aware that this tragedy occurred. He has many sad memories of his time in Vietnam but this story has saddened him and touched him deeply.
Thank you for bringing this story to the world and good luck for your future work.
UserEmail = susel1@hotmail.com

DateSent = Thu Apr 25 03:03:42 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = 43r Scout Dog Platoon -Dong tam
Username = Ettore Marinelli
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
Web Site = www.EttoreMarinelli.Freeservers.Com
Comments = A while ago,saw on T.V.the story of Spencer and Shack. I am a painter and i created a picture about Shack and Spencer that.I wuold like to donate. Contact my.
Dates of Service = Spencer Dixon
UserEmail = marinelliettore@libero.it
Dog Name = Shack
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Mon Apr 29 23:21:50 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = A/1C E-4
Username = Roy Hall
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = Handled several dogs over the years. Last was Duke 343E at Nha Trang 14th SPS
Oct 66 to 0ct 67
Dates of Service = 1959-1962 1963-1967
UserEmail = roy.hall@insightbb.com
Dog Name = Danko-Baron-Duke
Dog Breed = Ger, Shep
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Wed May 1 18:56:37 MDT 2002
Username = Ted Knight
Post Info = Yes
Comments = I was a kid when my parents gave my dog to the airforce 69 or 70 his name was stanley and he was a german shepard I was told that they always kept the dogs names and stanley would be rare so any help would be appreciated.
UserEmail = harleysh76@kc.rr.com

DateSent = Mon May 6 17:18:12 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = cpl
Username = James M. Thompson
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
Comments = I was a dog handler in okinawa japan. I had the privledge of serving with John Doulette and Michael Blanchette, If anybody knows of their whereabouts please contact me.
Dates of Service = may80 to may 84
UserEmail = marinek_9@hotmail.com
Dog Name = neosho,uranus,bandit.tasha
Dog Breed = german shep /cross
Handler = yes

DateSent = Tue May 7 12:49:51 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Specialist E4, 48th Scout Dog Platoon/196 Infantry Brigade/Americal
Username = Steve Arden Bates
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = Looking for contacts from the 48th. I would appreciate it if anybody from my unit could contact me. I'm going to list my nephew's email address because I don't have one. Please email him and he'll let me know. I'm also looking for the medic that helped me, I think he's was from either Bravo or Charlie company. He was patching people up and I was crawling around with him giving people water.
Dates of Service = November '69 to November '70
UserEmail = tdwebb@hotmail.com
Dog Name = Amigo/Max/King
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Mon May 13 19:06:29 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Cpl. 33rd War Dog Platoon
Username = Harry F.Williams, Jr.
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = I was a handler of a Scout Dog, serving in Italy during World War 2. Would like to hear from anyone in the 33rd. or 34th War Dog Platoons. I trained at Fort Lee, Va.
Dates of Service = 1943 - 1946
UserEmail = hm4931@bellsouth.net
Dog Name = Duchess
Dog Breed = German Shepherd
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Thu May 16 11:53:55 MDT 2002
Username = Chelsey
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
Comments = I never served, but I've listened to veterans tell their stories. I've owned 4 German Shepherds, Nikka, Dutchase, Harley, and Mijo. I still have Mijo. I've always loved the documentary "War Dogs" and I'm glad to finally be able to buy it and take into my history teacher. We've spent the last marking period studing wars, not once has he mentioned dogs in the war. He don't even know anything about it, well now this documentary is going to teach him and I hope it will be a permanent lesson for years to come.
Dates of Service = never served
UserEmail = bonez_marie@yahoo.com

DateSent = Mon May 20 02:58:05 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Spec4
Username = Baron
Service Type = Army
Web Site = http://www.lostinwebspace.com
Comments = I did not work with dogs in service as a handler,but, as a retired police officer,I did finally have the oppurtinty to work with k9's/Sheperds to which are the most loyal dogs/sons as I say now! I have worked with sheps for over 25yrs and I would like to give you a picture of mine as a puppy! I am a veteran and retired police officer from Trenton,N.J. Police Dept! We have a memorial for fallen K9's here in Hamilton Twp, N.J..I would like to add your site to mine/Http:Lostinwebspace.com under my pets in main menu. A Good friend of mine,who was a handler/trainer in nam,committed suicide a few years ago and also my partner/police dept shot himself. I would like to dedicate Max's puppy picture to both of them and tell their stories! " The forgotten Ones! Love and Dedication" My Ashes Will Be Scattered With You! My Best Friend!" My daughter just graduated with a degree in journalism,and is writing a book about are loyal friends.I like her title. I hope my daughter can use stories here! Any input,contact me at address you recieved this from.
Respectfully Submitted,
Baron:
:Us Army/3rd armor
:Us Army V corps
:N.J. State Police Academy
:Trenton Police Academy
:Retired Police officer
Dates of Service = 1972-1975
UserEmail = Nite_K9@yahoo.com
Dog Name = Max
Dog Breed = German Sheperd
Handler = no

Branch / Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes / Contact

DateSent = Fri May 24 17:15:24 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = corporal in army
Username = Chris Morse
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = I am entering this for my dad who passed away. His name was Mel Morse.
Dates of Service = 1945 to 1947
UserEmail = CMorse7094@hotmail.com
Dog Name = cisco
Dog Breed = shepard mix
Handler = yes

DateSent = Mon Jun 10 06:48:35 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = E-4 SURVIVAL INSTRUCTOR
Username = GREG WACHSLER
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Web Site = NONE
Comments = MY WIFE AND I ARE LIVING WITH OUR THIRD GERMAN SHEPPARD- THEY HAVE BEEN FAMILY MEMBERS AND ARE THE BEST....MY QUESTION- WHO WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR LEAVING THE WAR DOGS BEHIND? WAS IT NIXON ADMIN OR JOHNSON OR DEPT OF DEFENSE? ANYONE WHO CAN GIVE ME ANY OF THIS INFO, I THANK YOU.
Dates of Service = 1968-1972
UserEmail = gregw1@peoplepc.com
UserFAX = NONE
Handler = NO

DateSent = Sun Jul 7 06:05:59 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = E-3 11th armor cav
Username = Ken Sheren
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = My name is Ken Sheren most called me Junior, in Oct of 70 my pltoon made with some VC and we tracked them to a river. Our Lt, called in a dog tracking team what i remember there was 5 men and 2 dogs seems like it was a black Lab and Germanshepard. But when the team got myself and 9 more of us went with the team. I walked point until just after we got accrose the river the the dog team went infront of me and we got ambushed it started with a booby trap going of one one of the trackers got shot in the leg.One of the dogs must have liked my Lt. because it got a hold of his boot and did not want to let go. We stayed and fought our asses off for almost a 1/2 hour when the Lt. said to pull out me and 2 other guys stayed until every one wasout of fire range, when we got tothe men they were just standing there, I yelled at the Lt to do some thing and he just stood there and some one yell some do something so i got the men accross the rive as i was in about the middle the man behind yell for help it was the track who got shot in leg, been thinking about that momentfor alot of years now I was really happy when I locked fingers with him and was able to get him accross that river. The Lt snaped out after that and sent me ahead to have them get stechers. The man I helped had me get his back pack and he gave me a big green like pouch he knows what was in it but I would like to get in touch with him or any of the others who fought with us that day if you would not have went in front of me when you did I would have been the one shot all I can do is say Thank you and for that moment in my life it will never leave me. Shit I remember the whole day, because shit started early for me that day. I sure hope some one can help me out with geting intouch with any of those good men thank you. Ken Sheren JR.
Dates of Service = 7-23-68 to 3-31-71
UserEmail = jsheren@racc2000.com
Handler = no

DateSent = Wed Jul 24 23:36:00 MDT 2002
Username = Lisa Ward
Post Info = Yes
Comments = I am a civilian woman 25 and I have worked with animals for most of my life. I am a dog lover, and a few years ago my sister and I watched the war dogs documetary. Immediatly I went and bought the bag of dog food to get the video tape.(I did not have a dog at the time). A few months passed and I found a stray puppy sitting in the road. I took her home and cleaned her up to find her a good home. Something about her spirit bonded us. When I was sure that she was mine, I named her "Paper". That name holds so much honor. Well my little dog is not a war hero like her name but she has such a peaceful disposition that it fits well. I like that when I take her in public and people ask "What kind of name is Paper?" I have the opportunity to enlighten them. I believe that "Paper's" memory is honored each time I explain that name.
UserEmail = lisaj0726@yahoo.com
Dog Name = paper
Dog Breed = black/tan mutt

DateSent = Fri Jul 26 13:30:25 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = E-4 37th SPS Phu Cat, 633rd SPS Pleiku
Username = Ronald T. Carlton
Post Info = Yes
Comments = My wife and I were at the opening sevice for the War Dog Memorial at March Air force Air Museum on Feb. 21 2000. That is where I found out about the VDHA and joined that same day. The memorial touched me so much that I ordered a plaque for my dog. Now every one who passes by can see that REX 766E was my buddy and I will never forget him. Thanks Ron
Dates of Service = Dec.66/Dec.67
UserEmail = muttman224@msn.com
Dog Name = Rex 766E
Dog Breed = German Sheperd
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Mon Jul 29 10:00:00 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = PFC 39th IPSD 173rd Airborne Brigade
Username = Larry J Isbell
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = Although is has been over 32 years since I left RVN, when I do think about it, I smile when I think of Ginger.
Dates of Service = May 27 1968 to May 28 1970
UserEmail = l_isbell@bellsouth.net
Dog Name = Ginger
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Fri Aug 2 23:34:45 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Sgt E4 3rd SPS K9 section Bien Hoa Air Base
Username = James Thornberry
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = Just found this site. I have not seen the documentary about War Dogs,but I know first hand about the pain and loss of a friend. I left Hoss in Feb of 1968,but I have never forgotten him. I was at Bien Hoa during the Tet Offensive of 1968,and will never forget the night of Jan. 31st. I have been in touch with many of the handlers who were there when I was,and am looking forward to seeing some of them at the VDHA Reunion in St. Louis in October 2002. The handlers and dogs,deserved better than they received from the Government. God Bless every handler who spent time in Vietnam. Never forget the ones who gave their all in a war that has been over for a long time but will never be forgotten by those who served.
Jim Thornberry
Dates of Service = June 1965 to Dec 1968
UserEmail = rosebushk9@yahoo.com
Dog Name = Hoss A099
Dog Breed = Shepard
Handler = yes

DateSent = Sat Aug 17 16:08:39 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = n/a
Username = Heidi Curtis
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
Comments = I live in NZ and have not served. I have just viewed the War Dogs Documentary on our National Geographic channel and felt disgusted and sick to the stomach how the vietman war dogs were just abandoned and discarded as "equipment". I have a gerham shepherd, and they are the most loyal, trustworthy, devoted friends anyone could have. My heart goes out the men and dogs who were seperated after the war. Thank you for sharing your stories on this documentary and via this website to let people know the truth of what happened. Through this knowledge the dogs will get the recognition and memorials they deserve. God Bless you all.
Dates of Service = n/a
UserEmail = heidi@outcall.co.nz
Dog Name = floyd
Dog Breed = shepherd
UserFAX = 09-8177306
Handler = n/a

DateSent = Sun Aug 18 01:37:53 MDT 2002
Service Type = Other
Comments = Like so many in my generation many friends served in Vietnam and are still coming to terms with the experience. I have just watched the documentary on War Dogs and I am saddened that such wonderful, loyal and heroic dogs were basically abandoned. There are many who owe their lives to them and I am glad that at last people are starting to learn of their role. Jennie Craven - Australia

Branch / Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes / Contact

DateSent = Tue Sep 3 12:31:32 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = AFC
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = please know that the program and the men and dogs of our military services have never gotten the recognition they deserve-it broke my heart and brought me to tears to realize "our" gov had abondoned the dogs, just like so many vets that served in combat-may God forgive us our thoughtlessness and cruelty there are no excuses. even though I was not allowed in combat being a woman in 1968, I served at Hamilton Field California in the Communications division and spent many hours typing radio msgs and forwarding autovon patches to the stateside operators for connection to home God be with you always and thanks for the memorials
Dates of Service = May 1968-August 1969
Handler = no

DateSent = Tue Sep 17 16:38:41 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = l/cpl B-1/4 + A-1/3
Username = JOHN VORACEK
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
Comments = DEAR BROTHER GRUNTS:
I TRAVEL TO ISRAEL ALOT AND KEEP IN TOUCH WITH DIFFERENT FRIENDS WHILE HERE THRU INTERNET. FOUND OUT THAT ISRAELIS ALSO HAVE A "WAR DOG ASSOCIATION" ??????. I AM TRYING TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THEM TO GET YOU "BOTH" IN TOUCH WITH EACH OTHER!!!!!! I DO NOT KNOW IF YOU KNOW OF EACH OTHER BUT WOULD LIKE YOU BOTH TO COMMUNICATE. AS AN AMERICAN JEW AND A MARINE COMBAT VET THIS WOULD BE A "MITZVA" FOR ME. WHEN I WAS IN D.C. A FEW YEARS AGO FOR MEMORIAL DAY AT THE "WALL" I SAW YOUR MEMORIALS/PHOTOS/STORIES. AS A PHOTOGRAPHER I TOOK A BUNCH OF PHOTOS THEN. DID YOU KNOW THAT THE ISRAELIS HAD SPECIALS GAS MASKS MADE FOR THEIR "WAR-DOGS" DURING DESERT STORM AND THE SCUD ATTACKS. I HOPE I CAN GET YOU ALL IN TOUCH WITH EACH OTHER.
SHALOM....SEMPER FI !!!!
JOHN E VORACEK
PO BOX 40581
PORTLAND, OR. 97240
"TODA RABA" (THANK YOU VERY MUCH) FOR CARING ABOUT OUR 4-LEGGED "GRUNTS" ALSO
Dates of Service = nam: may/7/65--march/7/66......chu-lai.....da-nang
UserEmail = DDDGRUNT@CHEERFUL.COM
Handler = no

DateSent = Thu Oct 10 15:45:05 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = SSgt (E-6), US Army
Username = Cordell Keith Haugen
Service Type = Army
Comments = Dear Sirs:
Is there an official Quartermaster registry of War Dogs? During the Vietnam War, I enlisted -- in Japan -- three of my dogs in the military, in answer to a call for war dogs. I read later in the Pacific Stars and Stripes (I think) about a white German Shepherd Dog named Rebel who had saved his handler's life. And, assuming there were not too many white German Shepherd Dogs with that name in Vietnam, I believe that dog was once our pet and the sire of other dogs who were part of our family. If anyone knows about a registry somewhere where we can check on Rebel and perhaps learn what eventually happened to him, it would be much appreciated. Perhaps his handler will read this letter.
Thank you very much.
Cordell Keith Haugen
(former) SSgt (E-6) US Army
Dates of Service = 1958-1967
UserEmail = hakumele@aol.com
Dog Name = Rebel
Dog Breed = German Shepherd Dog
Handler = No
UserFAX = 1-808-988-8542

DateSent = Thu Oct 10 15:49:46 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = SSgt, US Army
Username = Cordell Keith Haugen
Post Info = Yes
Comments = FYI, there is a cemetery for War Dogs in Guam that would be of interest to those who find your site. On a trip to Guam some years ago, we sought it out and found it is well-kept and a fine tribute to the many dogs of WWII who helped flush out the enemy from caves on that Island. I'm sure you could get more information from sources on Guam.
Cordell Keith Haugen
Honolulu, Hawaii
Dates of Service = 1958-1967
UserEmail = hakumele@aol.com
Dog Name = Rebel
Dog Breed = German Shepherd Dog
UserFAX = (808) 988-8542
Handler = no

DateSent = Wed Oct 16 01:12:15 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Sgt.
Username = Tom
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Marines
Comments = My Daughter is doing a project on WAR DOGS for her 7th grade. We went to see the memorial at Fort Benning Ga. to get some pictures and information, we also toured the museum display. I must say it was OUTSTANDING!!!. The day we went the Viet Vet Memorial traveling wall was there and they were passing out small US flags, Many people were placing the flags in/on different Memorials that are located there. It was so good to see the War Dogs had just as many if not more than the others placed around the Memorial.
One Comment: It would be nice if a former handler that has time or is retired could give some of their time to be at the Special Exhibit in the museum to tell their story and answer any questions. Thanks for a job well done
Dates of Service = 1982-1986
UserEmail = antiquejeeps@yahoo.com
Handler = NO

DateSent = Fri Oct 18 03:42:05 MDT 2002
Rank/Division = Sgt
Username = Edward M Valdez
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = The following Statement is in support of my claim and is submitted with VA form 21-4138. Edward Michael Valdez has written this statement on Monday, January 07, 2002. My claim # is C 28 753 493, and is a true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

As a Military Working Dog Handler stationed in Cam Rahn Bay, Vietnam 1969-1971, I was awarded 70ng my tour of duty at Cam Rahn Bay, Viet Nam, and my assigned sentry dog Arras, # unknown, during my tour of duty at Bitburg AFB, Germany 1971-1973.

All of the dogs assigned to me where not mere pets they were my best friends. Morgan, considered a weapon by the Department of Defense, was much more. He was an intellectual comrade and was responsible for the detection of enemy forces beyond the perimeters of Cam Rahn Bay Viet Nam where thousands of soldiers slept at night, while I was responsible for reporting those detections. Together we were a team that provided a physical and psychological deterrent against those attempting to penetrate those perimeters. At daybreak I would return Morgan to his kennel, feed, groom and see to his needs, as I was solely responsible for his welfare. Only after those duties were completed I would go to bed. My daily routine always included my dog, I would go to the kennels to retrieve Morgan and take him out for a run on the beach, a swim, teach him tricks, play and learn from him, we became the best of friends.

I cannot remember the exact day or even the month that it happened but I was told that Morgan had to be destroyed, his age had determined his fate. I thought that it was unjust because only a few nights before, Morgan had detected an enemy advance on the perimeter and was given accolades by our Flight Commander, Lieutenant Mack. I was told to report to the veterinarian with Morgan as he was scheduled for euthanasia the following day. Sick and grief stricken I had to take Morgan for his last run on the beach. When I returned to the kennel I was ordered to muzzle him and gave him the command to jump on the examining table, which he was familiar with as he usually expected a treat at the end of his exam. As many dog handlers had done before me I would now calm him as the needle slowly injected its green poison into his neck and silenced his last woof. My tears were uncontrollable as Morgan died in my arms. Even now as I write this I have to pause and I need to cry. I left the vet�s office when SSgt. Olmstead ordered me to go back in the examination room and watch the autopsy. I could not refuse, as I was given an order. It was kind of an initiation, I was later told by fellow dog handlers. Having to watch this final injustice and undignified act perpetrated on my best friend was brutal and traumatic. Too me it was even more traumatic than being witness to the death of Amerasian and Vietnamese children during a mission at an orphanage in Delat Vietnam of the same year. But this was not the only time I was involved in the killing of a friend as a direct consequence of being a military dog handler in the United States Air Force.

During my tour of duty in Bitburg AFB, Germany my sentry dog Arras suffered a similar fate. After his autopsy I was given the undignified task of taking his remains to an undignified place and ordered to do so. His remains where not taken to a cemetery to be given an honorable burial. Arras as well as two other military working dogs where taken to the dump to be cremated in the company of garbage. A little research of the veterinarian�s records can easily verify that this indecorous act was done.

During the last several years I have come to realize that the trauma of these events have significantly altered my life style and continue to contribute to my anxiety disorder. I cannot function normally in a society where I am constantly reminded of those experiences every time I meet a person with a dog. I continue to have nightmares of those traumatic events and have given every effort to try to control the repetitive outburst of anger they trigger in my daily routine. I feel very uncomfortable when talking about those events and I am drowning in guilt directly and indirectly associated with those events. Although, I continue to seek counseling, therapy, and medical treatment for my condition I see no immediate remedy. I am however, seeking solutions for my condition that include sleep deprivation, depression and anxiety. I am in treatment at the PTSD outpatient clinic, American Lake in Tacoma, and the Seattle VA Hospital in Washington.

My prognosis for PTSD continues and at a much higher level. Please consider these new statements in support of my Post Traumatic Stress Disorder when determining a new percentage of service connection regarding my claim.

I am also seeking a higher rate of compensation related to my left ankle as I am experiencing more pain that has become unbearable at times during my daily routine.

Edward Michael Valdez
Lalomihoiniwa Inter-Tribal Warrior Society
Dates of Service = 1968-72
UserEmail = valdez5748@msn.com
Dog Name = Morgan A501, Arras
Dog Breed = German Shepard
Handler = Yes

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DateSent = Sat Oct 19 09:21:52 MDT 2002
Username = Rhonda
Post Info = Yes
Comments = Please send me any information you may have about adopting wardogs or any type of dog which retires from a public service. I know there must be some information about this someplace but I haven't found anything. Thank you.
UserEmail = Rhonda@primary.net
DateSent = Fri Nov 29 19:23:09 MST 2002
Rank/Division = Sgt 12th sps K-9 section
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = Serve in Nam from Apr 68 to Dec 69. I had three dogs, but Rocky is the one I will never ever forget. I still get teary eye when I think of him. I am glad to see something being done to remember our buddies.

DateSent = Fri Nov 29 19:23:09 MST 2002
Rank/Division = Sgt 12th sps K-9 section
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = Serve in Nam from Apr 68 to Dec 69. I had three dogs, but Rocky is the one I will never ever forget. I still get teary eye when I think of him. I am glad to see something being done to remember our buddies.
Dates of Service = May 66- Dec 69
Dog Name = Rocky 8f56
Dog Breed = German shepred
Handler = yes

DateSent = Thu Dec 26 00:05:46 MST 2002
Rank/Division = Spec 4 / 595th Sentry Dogs, Quang Tri, RVN
Username = Daryl Stogner
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = I've already posted many details about our days together in Quang Tri Province and down in Chu Lai. Here's a link to my 595th Sentry Dog Web Site, great photos of our dogs and handlers.
http://personal.riverusers.com/~dstog
Click the link or copy it down and come visit.
Daryl Stogner
USArmy 70-73 Sgt
RVN 70-71
Dates of Service = Dec 70 - Dec 71
UserEmail = dstog@theriver.com
Dog Name = Rebel
Dog Breed = Shepard
Handler = yes

DateSent = Sat Jan 4 20:58:19 MST 2003
Rank/Division = dna
Username = Jim & Denise
Service Type = Other
Comments = We just viewed the tape, wish we had viewed it sooner, our family had no idea what happened to the dogs. we wish we could of been involved in getting the memorials built. We are shepards owners and cannot imagine the soldiers having to deal with leaving the dogs behind, after everything they had been threw together. Shame on are goverment.... Thank God there are people like you that loved them so much so they will never be forgotten God Bless you all
Jim & Denise
Dates of Service = did not serve
UserEmail = jbgermank9@aol.com
Handler = no

DateSent = Sat Jan 25 11:55:16 MST 2003
Username = Kathleen Nestor Owens
Service Type = Other
Comments = I recently learned about "war dogs" and their service during the Vietnam war. I always knew about the dogs, but never knew to what capacity they served! I'm the "mom" of 3 shephards, 1 a police dog. My heart goes out to all of you vets who lost your buddies, both fury and human. You did what most people today wouldn't. Just know that your dogs crossed the Rainbow Bridge and are looking after you to this day! :) Thank you all for your service to our country! We are what we are because of you! Thank you!!!! If you've never read the Rainbow Bridge, here's the site: http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem.htm
UserEmail = Katowens@aol.com

DateSent = Sat Feb 8 05:26:43 MST 2003
Comments = Hello, I am a stand up comedian writing a show about dogs (and celebrating our love for them)and I am currently surfing dog sites asking people to share with me their dog stories, that I may in turn share with my audience. Whilst I am mainly looking for stories that are funny, or about dogs getting up to cheeky mischief and things like that, I am also after stories that have filled your heart with love at the actions of your dog. Having just discovered this site, I am now very interested to hear stories of the bravery, courage and cleverness of dogs and so would appreciate any stories you have about your dogs, either during wartime or otherwise. You can email me at festivaldogshow@hotmail.com
Thank you.
UserEmail = festivaldogshow@hotmail.com

DateSent = Wed Feb 19 08:25:16 MST 2003
Rank/Division = with my son
Service Type = Other
Dates of Service = 4 ,30,03
Dog Name = rasco
Handler = florda

DateSent = Tue Feb 25 21:04:38 MST 2003
Username = BRENDA AND DEVON
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Other
Comments = I WAS FOUND THIS SITE TRYING TO GET INFO FOR MY NIECE FOR A SCHOOL REPORT.I WAS HOPING TO LEARN SOME TRAINING INFO OR EVEN A PICTURE ANY ONE THAT COULD HELP WE WOULD BE GREATFUL
UserEmail = BREBREEZE@AOL.COM
Dog Name = COCCO
Dog Breed = SHEPARD
Handler = NO

DateSent = Fri Mar 14 14:02:53 MST 2003
Rank/Division = E-4 Sgt.
Username = Thomas L Brooks
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = I was apart of the 443rd Sp and 366 Sq in DaNang. I was the last handler to handle Rebel. He was put to sleep when I left. He was a great dog and served in all of Nam with greatness. I loved that dog and think of him almost daily. He save my life and was my best buddy. I knew I could trust him with everythin I had. He had 3 confirmed kills on his own. He work hard and brave. If there was anybody who was there with me please write me back, I do no remeber to many things for some reason I have erased a lot of things. I do remember Sugar Bear nick name of a black brother. Sure would like to hear from him. Also our kennel master Speed would be great to hear from him also. We killed a bull for our Lit going away party. A guy from New York did the job for us. He handled a overweight dog name Shep.
Thanks Thomas Lester Brooks SGt.
Dates of Service = Dec 1971 to Nov 1972
UserEmail = tombrooks@prodigy.net
Dog Name = Rebel
Dog Breed = German Shepard
UserFAX = 580-436-5075
Handler = Yes

Branch / Service Dates / Rank / Unit / Handler / Breed / Dogs Name / Notes / Contact

DateSent = Sun Mar 16 16:45:28 MST 2003
Rank/Division = SGT/SSG - 1st BDE 5th MECH
Username = Gary Huber
Service Type = Army
Web Site = www.societyofthefifthdivision.com
Comments = looking for ISDP and CTT members who lived and worked with the 5th Mech Red Devils in Quang Tri Province. gary.huber@us.army.mil and www.societyofthefifthdivision.com
Dates of Service = '69-'70 Quang Tri, RVN
UserEmail = gary.huber@us.army.mil
Handler = No

DateSent = Wed Mar 19 11:37:10 MST 2003
Rank/Division = unknown ( Great Grandmother Handler)
Username = A family Tree
Post Info = Yes
Comments = Dear fellow Patriots,
There are some untold stories of WWII in 1941 era:
Family oral history is a vital part of heritage, along with written history books. Over the past six years I have been very interested in our family history. Since the birth of my child. recalling the stories of my Great Grandmother,Great Aunt's,and mothers remembrances have truly facinated my interests with WWII. Talk about a crash course in History. Recently the family has been going on many tours to Museums. Starting with March Air Force Base. Riverside, California. The Story of: Great Grandmother Eve Nadis. I have been told that she raised Saint Bernards and donated them for OUR COUNTRY- Government Service Department PARATROOPER DOGS. She lived in Elsinore,Cailfornia. Owned a Restaurant EVE'S CAFE. The young service men would come and visit her restaurant known for the BEST Fried Chicken, Steak House, and mouth watering Biscuits- not to mention the homemade Apple Pies.
The Entertainment: Live music compliments of a Piano,ect.. Desserts,beverages and singing along with dancing was a release of tension in times felt during WWII. PLOESTI,SCHWEINFURT,ANZIO,
ST. Nazaire,Tokyo,Berlin.
Great Grandmother EVE was a Patriotic Women, A American A Calamity Jane. PLEASE HELP How to find information regarding verification in oral Family History Project. God Speed
Dates of Service = 1941-1950's
UserEmail = himnggm@earthlink.net
Dog Name = unknown
Dog Breed = Saint Bernards
Handler = no

DateSent = Fri Apr 11 11:49:37 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = SGT
Username = ROBERT SCOTT
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = I WAS A HANDLER OF PONCHO FOR THE TIME I I SPENT IN NAM.I STARTED OUT ON HON TRE ISLAND AND ENDED UP IN THE 212TH MP UNIT.THERS A SPECIAL BOND BETWEEN THE DOG AND HANDLER.THERE ARE SOME GREAT PEOPLE OUT THERE TO BUILD A MEMORIAL FOR THE WAR DOGS.I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET IN TOUCH WITH A BUDDY.HIS NAME IS DONALD HODGES FROM TEXAS. HIS DOG NAME WAS MIDNIGHT.
Dates of Service = MAY 67 JAN69
UserEmail = ROBERT@DIAMONDDODGEAUTOGROUP.COM
Dog Name = PANCHO
Dog Breed = GERMAN SHEPHARD
UserFAX = 318-281-8366
Handler = YES

DateSent = Sat Apr 12 14:29:25 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = l/cpl ARMY DOG UNIT Northern Ireland
Username = Mike Smith
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = I served in the same capacity as you fellows only in our own little war in N.I. I completely agree with your feelings about how your dogs served so valiantly,many of your comments brought back a rush of feelings. We have no memorial over here either! It's great to know us brits were helping behind the scenes with your dogs training so long ago.
My dog Barnaby could track the devil himself,happy days!
Dates of Service = 1974-1977
UserEmail = marcmicheal@aol.com
Dog Name = Barnaby
Dog Breed = Bloodhound
UserFAX = 01179533352
Handler = YES

DateSent = Wed Apr 16 09:25:16 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = Sgt, Security Police
Username = Bill Murphy
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Air Force
Comments = I was staioned in Kunsan, Korea, from 1973-74. Thor was the best military k-9 I ever handled. I even offered the customs guy checking my stuff before I deros'ed, $1000.00 cash to smuggle him home.
He just looked at me and said, "buddy, I can smuggle anything out of this country EXCEPT one of those dogs" I have made contact with one of my roomates fom that time. Would love to hear from more.
Bill
Dates of Service = 1971-1975
UserEmail = wmurphy@ci.madison.wi.us
Dog Name = Thor 1K31
Dog Breed = German Sheperd
Handler = YES

DateSent = Wed Apr 23 12:12:42 MDT 2003
Username = Joe Janesic
Service Type = Army
Web Site = www.ftmac.org
Comments = Request for help and information:
War Dog Friends - My name is Joe Janesic, I am the Vice president of the Fort MacArthur Museum in San Pedro, CA. (www.ftmac.org) The museum is located at the Battery Osgood - Farley Historic Site on what was once the upper reservation of Fort MacArthur. As part of our property, we have a War Dogs Cemetery that houses the remains of about 30 dogs from WWII and Vietnam.Many years ago, and before the museum was established, people unknown to us severely vandalized the cemetery. This included the theft of more than 20 grave markers and the large bronze German Sheppard that once sat at the entrance. The museum is interested in restoring the cemetery and paying proper tribute to our nations war dogs.
My question to the group is this� Can anyone give me a suggestion for where I might be able to find a burial plot map? I have examples of grave markers that weren�t stolen, so if I had names and serial numbers, and a map of where to place them, I can recreate the missing grave markers.
Any Suggestions?�
Dates of Service = 1942 - 1975
UserEmail = preservation@ftmac.org
Dog Name = about 30
Dog Breed = All
Handler = NO

DateSent = Sun May 4 02:42:05 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = PFc. E-4 212th MP`s K-9 attached to the 6th.Batallion 56th. Art. Battery B.
Username = Jimmy D. Castle
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = My Dog and I were awarded the Bronz Star w/V for taking out two sectors of the enemy on 6th. October 1966 0200 hr to 0600 Hr. The bboth of us were cought in the middle of the fire for four hour`s and everyonein the unit received the commedation w/v .... This one of the moments that mean the most to me .... I hope who ever took over my partner ...teated him right.....
Dates of Service = Jul 66- Jul67 and then Jan.68- Jan 69
UserEmail = jcastlesr@yahoo.com
Dog Name = Rex
Dog Breed = Germanshepard
Handler = Yes

DateSent = Sun May 4 08:37:03 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = HM2 CAP Unit - Danang
Username = John Bingham
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Navy
Comments = I am looking for a dog handler who was in my unit prior to becoming a handler. His name is John Frenchier or also known to us as "Frenchie" He was from Greenwood (Greenville) MS. Would like to know his whereabouts or how to contact him. Any help would be appreciated.
Dates of Service = Jan 69 - Mar 69
UserEmail = j50eb@cox.net
UserFAX = (850)944-1779
Handler = No

DateSent = Wed May 7 22:33:42 MDT 2003
Rank/Division = Sgt Military Police
Username = Gary Flake
Post Info = Yes
Service Type = Army
Comments = Graduated from Lackand AFB in 1966. Fritz & I were assigned to a Nike-Herc missle site in Indiana. We had a special bond and I still miss him to this day. I always wonder what ever happened to him. I stayed in law enforcement and trained or help train many dogs. I eventually opened up a small chain of dog grooming stores in southern California.
Dates of Service = 1965-1968
UserEmail = gary@goadaptive.com
Dog Name = Fritz 720X
Dog Breed = German Sheperd
UserFAX = 714 557-9199
Handler = Yes