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Take Action: Protect Military Dogs for a Lifetime!
They've protected us, now it's time for America to protect them- for a lifetime!
In a major victory for the military's canines, the essential provisions of the Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act were signed into law in January 2013 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The changes ensure Military Working Dogs (MWD) are returned to the U.S. for adoption, and they authorize a new program to provide these honorable canines with veterinary care following retirement. Thanks to Rep. James and all who signed the petition for advancing this worthwhile cause.
Final signature count: 6,238
Sponsored by: The Veterans Site
Some of America's most dedicated soldiers come in the form of canines. Dogs provide the military with special skill sets that humans don't possess. They are faster than humans, they can see more easily in darkness, they're more agile and able to explore hard-to-reach areas, and their senses are extremely honed. Many of them give their lives in the name of protecting their squadrons.
So why is it that, upon completion of service, military dogs aren't given the same treatment as their human counterparts? These dogs' health and well being should be of paramount importance to the Department of Veterans' Affairs, both during service and throughout the animals' retirement.
The Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act would mandate that military dogs receive lifelong care and treatment following service. Sign your name in support of this important legislation today.
Dear Representative Walter James,
Thank you for recognizing the immense contributions of military dogs to America's armed forces. Your bill, the Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act, will go a long way to ensuring all former soldier dogs will be taken care of following their years of dedicated service.
The fact is dogs can accomplish tasks that no human could ever have the ability to. Their keen sense of smell, their physical makeup, and their fearless attitudes make them highly valuable to the military.
America's human veterans receive lifelong care after completion of service, and there is no reason we can't do the same for our furry friends who have defended our country.
Please continue to work toward the passage of this important legislation!
Thank you!
Petition Signatures
Feb 17, 2013
Charles Nielson
Feb 16, 2013
Anna Bergalis
These dogs are ery intelligent. they dserve the best
Feb 16, 2013
Judy Nelson
WE owe these dogs sooooo much!
Feb 16, 2013
Rollie Hubbhard
Why can't we protect them they protected us.
Feb 15, 2013
Robin Young
Feb 13, 2013
Candace Blume
I am abhorred to even think this is an issue these military dogs have saved the lives of so many soldiers. even at the risk of their own live. these canine soldiers deserve the same treatment as human solders are due.
Feb 13, 2013
Amy G
Feb 13, 2013
carol c brown
Feb 12, 2013
Crystal Marchese
Feb 11, 2013
Michelle Winter
Feb 11, 2013
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Feb 11, 2013
(Name not displayed)
Help ALL of our Warriors
Feb 9, 2013
Sundae Flannigon
All members of the Military including and especially animals deserve any and all assistance we can give them. Just because they are an animal DOES NOT mean they do not have feelings and needs as well.
Thank you. Sundae Flannigon
Feb 9, 2013
JoAnne Shiles
Feb 9, 2013
Becky Mastoras
Feb 8, 2013
Mary Swearngin
Feb 8, 2013
R Huber
Feb 8, 2013
Fran Walker
Feb 8, 2013
Bridget Robertson
Feb 8, 2013
Linda Richards
I support the Military Dogs!
Feb 8, 2013
asha lawlor
Feb 8, 2013
TITIANA LITEANU
Feb 8, 2013
Jamie Gaeger
Feb 8, 2013
Mary Ellen Garcia
Feb 8, 2013
sandy douvia
their two special not to care
Feb 8, 2013
Laura Bethany Allen
Feb 8, 2013
BonnieLee Banik
Feb 8, 2013
Billy Milligan
Feb 8, 2013
julie morse
Feb 8, 2013
Alecia Cole
They gave selflessly to our country's protection. We owe them AT LEAST care and love for the rest of their lives!
Feb 8, 2013
Renae Rosolowski
Feb 8, 2013
Carolyn Ammons
Feb 8, 2013
Terry Crowell Kindley
Feb 8, 2013
Nina Pykare
Feb 8, 2013
Shannon Nolen
Feb 8, 2013
Courtney Barnhouse
Feb 7, 2013
Heidi Helmick
Feb 7, 2013
Cat Faber
Feb 6, 2013
Sylvia Reinard
Feb 6, 2013
camille craig
Feb 6, 2013
Elizabeth Waugh
Feb 6, 2013
catherine raffaele
Feb 5, 2013
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Extremely Important!!
Feb 5, 2013
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Feb 4, 2013
Katelyn Lauderback
Feb 3, 2013
nancy anderson
Feb 3, 2013
Patricia DeFendis-Hendrix
They serve their country and deserve this!!
Feb 3, 2013
Jennifer Payne
Feb 3, 2013
Emily Pekas
Feb 2, 2013
Patty Russell
