Teamwork...Well now that I have introduced you to our human and canine heroes that work so hard to give us a better quality of life. I'd like to talk a little more about teamwork and tying that to the human animal bond that is so clearly seen not only in the working K-9 units but also the "civilian units." Civilian units?? There is such thing you ask? Well, yes, and the unit that I am referring to is the one that is shared by many through out the country - that being the human/animal bond of caring for a pet.
Hence, with this mentioned have you ever thought about what happens to the soldier that is called to duty that has a pet companion? Where and with whom is his/her pet left with? With friends? With family? Usually yes, but what if neither family or friends can care for that pet? Then what happens? Well, being that we don't want this pet to end up in the shelter or abandoned, this is another unique opportunity where we as civilians can support not only the soldier but also the pet by becoming a temporary foster pet parent.
As a proclaimed single doggie mother, I can't even begin to think how one would handle having to leave their pet companion behind but even more so leaving them behind knowing they are not being cared for.
Being that pets are an integral part of the family; in my opinion there really isn't a reason why we can't somehow help keep these families together. Like I mentioned before, technically anything is possible - sometimes we just need to strategize and develop a plan that will make thing happen.
0ne organization that is doing just that, is Guardian Angels For Soldiers Pets. I invite you to visit their website as there you will find many opportunities that may suit your personal preference and talents. If being a foster parent may be a bit overwhelming, there are many other positions that are needed to be filled that will also help in keeping these particular families together. I close this blog by stating that, in life there are many wonderful experiences that one can see, yet perhaps the one that will have the most depth and value would be the one where you can see the "happiness" of a family truly grateful for being able to have the opportunity to stay together. Below I am sharing a video link so you can see for yourself....
http://www.youtube.com/user/GuardAnglsSoldirsPet#p/u/1/1pNZdJachP8
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