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re: Holiday Inn Riverwalk

Terry Contact me about this please. 361-484-0823 I need to talk to you about this. Fred Dorr

Looking for info about Missy

Looking for any handlers with information about Missy, an Army Scout Dog from California, who served 1969-197? contact susan @ sue@jedafriedman.com

re: war dog manuals

Jo-Anne, Try here http://eurosportk9equipment.com/Books_Videos/manuals.htm Don't know anything about this outfit but they list manuals as available. Where and what is your exhibit about. THanks for your interest. Rick

looking for maurice finnucan

I worked dogs with maurice at kinchloe afb in michigan and at tuy hoa rvn. I lost contact about 1968 and would like to hear from him or about him. Thanks Scott Schindehette

re: Christmas in Vietnam

1969 was at the Minh Thanh rubber plantation special forces base waiting to go out next day [into cambodia] with about 200 CIDG's the green hats had trained we watched the bob hope show on AFVN tv [i told the guys about since had seen it 3 days before at lai khe,] they finally believed me about ...

re: 31st SPS

Phil Savage; My name is David Booth, and I was stationed in 1968 and remember you. I hung around with Joe Guerreo, Tony Vasquez. Please let me know about the reunion in San Antonio as I have no info about it. David R Booth dbooth49@yahoo.com 815-923-2199

Touch The Wall

I provide information about our Prisoners of War (POW), Missing in Action (MIA), ordering or returning the POW/MIA bracelets, linking to Sons and Daughters In Touch and the Dog Handlers Association, and interesting facts about the veterans on the memorial.

CTT Handler Willie Cox on TV Special

I saw a program on the National Geographic Channel call "Inside Vetnam" and they had a part about K-9 in Vietnam, they interview and had comments from former combat tracker handler Willie Cox. Hope it airs again..best program I had ever seen about the troops in Vietnam and what went on...

Veterans Reunion

A few words about the Vietnam and all veterans Reunion in Melborne,FL It is agreat event to attend. Last year we had about 30,000 veterans there. The security police has an erea. Patrick AFB, The space center and the Atlantic Ocean are all nearby. The music is fantastic as well as the church serv...

Charles D Blair

Information about what happened to Charles he was with the 64th combat tracker team Vietnam.

Need contact number for Lackland Dog School

Would like to see about a tour for my Daughter, Wife & I.

Re: Vietnam K-9 equipment question - research help

Hello, During my research about Vietnam war military working dogs,I recently saw something that I have never seen or heard about before. It was a 1967-dated (government issue tag) "dog blanket" with clasps on the bottom so it be worn by the dog. The blanket had a big "US" s...

Agent Orange

Does anyone know about Agent Orange and handlers in Thailand air bases ?

New MWD Memorial Florida

In case anyone is interested on further information about this project please visit their site at: http://www.militaryworkingdogmemorial.com/

Freelance Writer needs Assistance

I am a freelance writer working on an article about wardogs and their handlers. I also am working on putting together an exhibit of the stories of the wardogs and their handlers. I would love to educate the public about these wonderful heroic dogs and of their dog handlers. I am a big animal lover a...

re: Sad News to Report

Video of Rachel Lee talking about Lex. Short commercial at the beginning. http://www.wtok.com/home/headlines/Military_Dog_Lex_Remembered_By_His_Family_144453085.html

Video about Johnny Mayo's Traveling War Dog Memorial

I found this today and thought i would share in case you haven't seen it. http://tinyurl.com/62v52d

S.C couple plan retirement home for MWD

Ron Aiello, president of the U.S. War Dogs Association, said about 2,500 canines are active war dogs, with about 700 of those serving in the Middle East. Aiello said that upon retirement, some dogs are adopted by law enforcement agencies and others are distributed to former handlers. It is someti...

re: Viet Nam tour

Norm Ream and I went back together about 31/2 years ago. Can't say that I found what I was looking for but worth the trip. Ron Rackley

re: Basic Training

I did mine at Lackland dec.65-jan 66 then moved over to air police school about 1/2 of basic flt. got to be cops.Andy Latham

re: Looking for info about Missy

Susan; Either contact me at usafbrutus@comcast.net or go to http://sentrydognemo.com . We have the 323 for Missy Bill Cummings Happy New Year

Dan Ries

received the following: If any Vietnam Handler can answer My father was Dan Ries he was a Master Instructor at Lackland AFB at one time. Well he passed away back in 91 due to cancer. Did not know much about him but he had a way with dogs. I have search the many sites on the net dealing with mili...

Sandy : NJ.

Not far from our town is an isolated trailer park with about 100 people that took in about three feet of water. Most of them lost everything and still have no power. A nearby town set up a an aide station in the high school gym. I spent the afternoon driving some people from the park to the station ...

Guy Mastrangel 58th IPSD

I only just found out about Guy's passing. He died in 2015. I have no more info other than he was buried in All Saints Cemetery in Waterford, MI.

Column about being a Vietnam Dog Handler

Hello again! Quite a few years ago I had the honor of working with some incredible people on a feature about Vietnam Dog Handlers; the piece ran in Dog Nose News, and actually won a Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of America. I've recently been given two new columns - one pet relate...

re: Photo Gallery

Lee, Go to the menu "top left" About Us, pull down and you will find "Photo Gallery". Semper Fi Perry C. Money

re: Forever Forward: K-9 Operations in Vietnam

Ditto – Great book; well researched and written. It was great to read about places I have been and handlers that I have met. Dick Steinberg, 212th 'Originals'

Dog's ID

Does anyone know where we can find our dog"s Tattoo number? I got a copy of my Military Records, but there is almost nothing in it, and nothing about my dog.

What city are you by?

What city are you by? I'm in East Rutherford, NJ just about 7 miles from NYC

re: Whats up with the snow?

Steve, Ain't nothing wrong with Florida, or sunny southern California for that matter. Record in NC is 60" in 48 hours about 15 years ago. Semper Fi Perry C. Money

Animal Rescue Needs your Help!

This really is a good program - I've been involved in this for about 7 years. If you have the time - please think about checking it out. Times are tough all over and this could save an animals life. Doug Lee, (Bullet-Y028 & King-0M24) 388th SPS - Korat

re: 37th SPS Phu Cat AB 4 / 1968 / 4 / 1969

still rem a lot about base and the dogs.had a lot of good times.i am in the local vfw,brings back a lot being with other military buddies. good to here from you.mike

re: Scout Dogs PLIEKU

My name is Tony Tancredi and I was with the 50th IPSD in 1970. I was in both Pleiku + An Khe from January thru early August.You can email me at ludwigct@comcast.net for any other info about the time spent there.

VDHA Article in Vietnam Magazine

There is a VDHA article about the War Dog Monument in DC on page 10. The only problem is they used a picture of the wrong dog, if you know what I'm saying. Hubbard Duke 759E

re: tracker dog(steve carter)

Greetings- The Combat Tracker Team website is: combattrackerteam.org They have the records of team members and a whole lot more info about the topic. I hope this helps. Sincerely, Bob Himrod 49th IPSD Director and Tracker Layer, JWS, Malaysia

K-9 article in VFW Magazine

This months VFW magazine has an great article about the MWD history, David Adams from the 388th SPS, Mike Lemish, and mention of the VDHA are included.Also, a picture od Marine Cpl. Walter Rebacz and King on patrol.

John Kaicher's last guard mount

It is my sad duty to inform you of the passing of John Kaicher. John Kaicher, Sentry Dog Section, 1968 - 1969. You can view information about John at URL: http://www.377sps.org/memorial/kaicher/index.html Charles Penley

Russell Theriault

Just received word late of the passing of Russell T. Theriault, of the 212th MP Co. 66-67. He passing came about 3 years ago but we were just notified. He leaves a wife and was residing in Buffalo, New York.

Nashville reunion CRB k9 1970 71

There are going to be about 20 of us from 70/71 CRB AFB k9 going to be there. If we have not contacted any of you please try and make it

DOG LEX TO FALLEN MARINE K9 HANDLER DUSTIN LEE'S FAMILY.

VIDEO AND STORY ABOUT THE ADOPTION OF MILITARY WORKING DOG LEX TO FALLEN MARINE K9 HANDLER DUSTIN LEE'S FAMILY. http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/12/21/marine.dog/index.html#cnnSTCVideo To everyone involved and concerned about the adoption of MWD LEX I just watched this video on tv and lo...

Deceased Members

If you know of any Deceased Handlers, Please let us know so we can post in proper place and let all know about the passing. If you know when and where, it would help to have that infomation also. Fred Dorr

Tunnel Harry

A fascinating look at an underground tunnel that was built in a German POW camp.

212th Long Bing & Vung Tau

Any handlers out there that served at Long Binh from Apr 67 to Aug 67, and Vung Tau from Sept 67 to Feb 68? Also what about Okinawa Feb to Mar 67 sentry dogs.

Thank You

My award from the VDHA was delivered today. I had no idea it happened and apologize for the tardiness in posting this message. Its a great honor from a great group. I remain committed to making the public aware of these canines and their sacrifice and loyalty. I also want them to know about the ...

Paul Mapother

I was not able to find an obituary for Paul but, He was born in Louisville , KY 24Apr1946. He died in North Miami Beach, FL 10Aug2021 where he lived for a number of years. He served with the 58th IPSD about 1969-1970 with his k9 Duffy.

re: Doug Perkins

Joe - would you please contact me at usafbrutus@comcast.net ? I was at U-Tapao and I can connect you with about 35+ handlers that served at NKP. We have a Thailand Handler Group that you might be interested in to find NKP'ers. Bill Cummings usafbrutus@comcast.net

George Jones 50,000 names on The Wall.

This is the most moving song I have heard in years, By George Jones...about the 50,000 names on The Wall. Please take time and listen. Bob Hubbard http://mywebpages.comcast.net/singingman7/TNOTW.htm

Sgt. Elmer Shaw, Coker Creek, TN

Sarge, I would like to hear from you as we were together at Phu-Cat AFB, RVN and chat about our tour in 1969 - 1970 and my dog Selig, 7A96. Hope all is well with you and I have passed down many of the lessons you taught us. Charles H. Collins

Requesting ribbons/awards

I was w/ USMC Senrty Dogs 3rd MP Bn Danang and worked w/ 5th Marines, 1st Tanks. 1st CAG and others. I didn't recieve a CAR. I guess they didn't keep track of us in the rear. Any advise or should I just forget about it. I should have recieved a NUC and MUC as well. Sincerely, Robert Reese

loking for oscar

my name is andy longo.i was a tracker dog handler with 64th ipct 4th i.d from late aug 69-april 10 1970.looking for any info about my dog oscar to13 ,who was with me from ft gordon tracker school til i deros 4-10-70.