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Soldier is Seeking Support to Help Save Her Rescued Puppy From Being Left Behind

Cher Murphy · January 29, 2021

Photos courtesy of Paws of War When one person tries to pay for the expenses to bring a rescued soldier’s dog back to the US from overseas it’s a costly endeavor. When 1,…

Soldier Seeks Help in Rescuing Vulnerable Dog Used in Fights Overseas

Cher Murphy · February 23, 2021

Photos courtesy of Paws of War Dog fighting is an issue that can bring most Americans to tears. So, imagine when Sergeant Micky stumbled upon dogs being sold near where h…

American Soldier Pleads For Help To Bring Recued Dog Home

Cher Murphy · December 29, 2020

Photo courtesy of Guardians of Rescue Millie is a mixed breed dog overseas that was rescued by Sergeant Tiann. The soldier has created a long lasting relationship with th…

Army Sergeant Seeks Help to Bring Two Rescue Dogs Back to America

Cher Murphy · August 4, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Being stationed overseas when you are in the military can leave you longing for home. One of the great things that happen to soldiers is whe…

Army Soldier Desperate for Help to Rescue Cat from the Middle East

Cher Murphy · November 3, 2020

Photo courtesy of Guardians of Rescue Being deployed to the Middle East can be challenging for any U.S. soldier. But when you get difficult family news from back home, it…

Bringing Soldier’s Rescued Cats Back From Middle East

Cher Murphy · September 1, 2020

A s time runs out, Paws of War is calling on patriots to help bring a solder’s cats from the Middle East. Without the help of the public, Sergeant Etter will have to leav…

Help This U.S. Soldier Overseas Bring His Two Previously Mistreated Dogs Back to the US

Cher Murphy · June 24, 2020

Photo courtesy of Guardians of Rescue There are parts of the world that sadly aren’t a safe place for dogs. So when American soldiers see some that have been abandoned or…

Paws of War Asks for Help to Bring Soldier’s Dog Back to America

Cher Murphy · September 22, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Many people are aware that some military bases are being closed overseas and the soldiers are being brought home. What they may not know is…

Paws of War Desperate for Funds to Bring Harley Home

Cher Murphy · May 20, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Syria is not a safe place for the American soldiers who are stationed there, but it’s even more dangerous for a dog. American troops have ad…

Paws of War Helps American Soldiers Bring Home Dogs from Middle East

Cher Murphy · January 8, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Being deployed to Afghanistan can be dangerous and stressful for our service members. Some of these service members rescue stray dogs and be…

This Christmas Give the Gift of Saving a Soldiers Dog from being Abandoned Overseas, Time Is Running Out

Cher Murphy · December 17, 2020

A soldier’s dog is in urgent need of rescue, or he could be left behind as his soldier is being deployed back to the U.S. from serving overseas. Due to reduced flights an…

It’s Life or Death for a Puppy in the Middle East

Cher Murphy · May 22, 2019

Photo courtesy of Paws of War May is Military Appreciation Month. What better way to wrap up the month, then by helping our heroes overseas? Morale can be tough to keep w…

Marine on Mission to Live By Motto, Get His Pup Out of Afghanistan

Cher Murphy · December 16, 2019

New York, N.Y. The Marines live by the motto of never leaving anyone behind. For some that includes a dog they have rescued during deployment, and have bonded with. The l…

Paws of War Gifts Vietnam Veterans Service Dogs for Christmas

Cher Murphy · December 23, 2019

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Waiting to get a gift you have wanted can make receiving it that much sweeter. That’s exactly what is happening for two Vietnam veterans, La…

U.S. Soldier Fights to Bring Tortured Puppy Out of War-Torn Afghanistan

Cher Murphy · April 25, 2019

Washington, D.C. Timothy Boyd is a U.S. soldier stationed in war-torn Afghanistan. He will soon be heading back to his hometown of Dallas, Georgia. He desperately wants t…

Not sure who to help and how this Giving Tuesday? Think Veterans!

Cher Murphy · November 14, 2018

Photo courtesy of Paws of War - Jose Rios and Hunter Each year, the first Tuesday that follows Black Friday is known as Giving Tuesday. The event follows a weekend of sho…

Paws of War Receives Donation, Aims to Help More Veterans with New Location

Cher Murphy · October 4, 2018

Paws of War Paws of War, an organization that helps veterans and first responders to obtain and train companion and service dogs, is moving to a new, larger location. The…

Veterans, First Responders Offered Free Pet Veterinary Services

Cher Murphy · December 3, 2018

Nesconset, N.Y. On December 6, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Paws of War will be holding their new “Vets for “Vets” mobile veterinary clinic. Veterans and first responders…

Boulder Crest Retreat's 5th Annual Brave American Classic Race for Military & Veteran Wellness

Cher Murphy · February 22, 2016

Denver, CO. Boulder Crest Retreat announces the 5th Annual Brave American Classic Race for Military & Veteran Wellness. The race will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016,…

Breakthrough PTSD Program for Veterans to go Nationwide

Cher Murphy · October 24, 2016

Bluemont, VA. Veteran’s Day provides us with an opportunity to place a renewed emphasis on our nation’s veterans, as they heal and transition in the aftermath of 15 years…

Despite Heavy Protests, Japan Lower House OKs Expanded Military

The Editors · May 03, 2016

Tokyo, Japan. Japan's lower house of parliament has approved legislation that would allow an expanded role for the nation's military in a vote boycotted by the opposition…

EOD Warrior Foundation Raffles Handmade Patriotic Quilt

Cher Murphy · June 27, 2016

Niceville, FL - Quilting is an American tradition and has been since the late 1700’s. Throughout the years, people gather to quilt for social purposes, as well as for a c…

EOD Warrior Foundation Seeks EOD Tech in Need of Assistance Dog

Cher Murphy · August 11, 2016

Photo courtesy of EOD Warrior Foundation Photo credit: Amy Richards Photography The EOD Warrior Foundation is partnering with MADE in Texas Assistance Dogs to pair a trai…

EOD Warrior Foundation to Host Inaugural West Coast EOD Classic Golf Tournament

Cher Murphy · July 5, 2016

NICEVILLE, Florida – (July 5, 2016) – The EOD Warrior Foundation is hosting a Golf Classic in Sunland, Calif. This Inaugural West Coast EOD Classic Golf Tournament is sch…

EOD Warrior Foundation: Memorial Weekend to Benefit Veterans

Cher Murphy · March 14, 2016

New York, N.Y. The EOD Warrior Foundation will hold its annual Memorial Weekend on May 6-7, 2016. The weekend will feature several events with all funds raised going to s…

How Meditation is Helping Veterans Heal

Cher Murphy · August 11, 2016

Photo courtesy of Boulder Crest Retreat BLUEMONT, Virginia – (August 11, 2016) – As the number of veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression…

Mrs. Ohio Picks EOD Warrior Foundation as 2016 Charity Platform

Cher Murphy · June 7, 2016

New York, N.Y. The EOD Warrior Foundation received a big endorsement this week when Mrs. Ohio, Rebecca Lynn Ryan, announced that she chose the organization for her platfo…

Myths and Truths About EOD Techs

Cher Murphy · July 19, 2016

NICEVILLE, Florida – (July 19, 2016) – Most people see movies that involve a hero, such as a bomb disposal expert, who works against the clock to defuse an explosive devi…

Simple Ways to Help and Support Our Veterans Around Us

Cher Murphy · October 4, 2016

Niceville, F.L. Veterans Day is November 11th and just around the corner. This makes for a great time to acknowledge and say thank you to those who have served in our mil…

Third Annual Healing Heroes Ride Scheduled for October 1, 2016

Cher Murphy · October 1, 2016

Bluemont, Virginia. Hundreds of motorcyclists will take to the country roads participating in the third annual “Healing Heroes Ride.” The 100-mile motorcycle ride through…

Two U.S. Soldiers to Adopt Rescued Dogs from Middle East

Cher Murphy · October 26, 2016

Smithtown, N.Y. While many people are familiar with the many U.S. soldiers serving in the Middle East, they are not aware of the dogs that often serve alongside them. Som…

Ways to Show Gratitude on Four Military Appreciation Days This May

Cher Murphy · April 18, 2016

New York, N.Y. May is National Military Appreciation Month, making it a great time to show appreciation to active duty military members and veterans. There are over 2 mil…

A Transcendental Transition from the U.S. Military

The Editors · June 18, 2012

By Tara Jones-Wise, edited by Jim Luce. New York, N.Y. After my active duty service as I, a service-connected gulf war era navy veteran, began my transition stage, I didn…