Wounded warrior dog helps Army sergeant return home from Afghanistan - 'Career Canines' S1 E1 

"you can only hope to be the person that dog thinks you are" What an incredibly accurate statement.

A dog is the only thing that will ever love you more than it loves itself.

Thank you for your service.

Dogs service dogs have a knack of knowing when their owner is in distress or is about to have a medical issue

God bless this dog. So unbelievably brave. He didn't ask to go to war but he still loves the people who love him.

When the dog said "arwarwar" I really felt that

K-9 has the most dangerous duty among all soldiers. The only soldier who has to go after armed enemy without any fire arms and heavy protection gear.

My Malinois is relentless in her connection and devotion to me. I noticed that I got annoyed with her for wanting to be close to me when I had a panic attack, and then realized it was because I was conditioned to resist asking for help. I needed the connection like everybody else, but my first reaction was always trying to suck it up, be independent, and soldier on. When I learned that my reaction was not normal, it was so much easier to allow, and even need to have someone there when it was my dog. I could trust her, and she never ever judged or abandoned me, no matter how severely I was reacting to a trigger. She never turned away unless I made her. I realized that the dog is like me in that way, and it was ok for me to want someone (and yes, my dog is a someone) to give me the same devotion I was willing to give. I swear she is some kind of angel. And she pretty much gets the best of everything I could give. The dog knows when I say, "Whole Foods" because I buy her the expensive buffet meats she likes. She deserves it more than most people.

I have a German shepherd. She is rescue. She has no toes on her back foot. People didn't want her. When she was pregnant, she was thrown out of a truck. She has been abandoned many times. She is the most sweetest dog ever.

I am in tears right now so touching they were brought together for a reason they help each other

K-9's are real officers too ❤❤❤❤❤thank you my darlings!!

German Shepherds are great dogs they're my favorite breed my dog Max just died couple days ago but we have his son jack who's about almost two now I think he's a little over a year and a half and he's a good dog

He’s the goodest boy of all of the boys.

It*s nice that the both of you are together, both being icons of the town, I think that the dog should really be given the medal of valor.

God Bless this Dog God Bless You Sergeant Thank You for Your Service

Only a dog is capable of offering unconditional love something a human is not capable of. LOVE, YOUR DOGS BECAUSE YOU ARE THE WORLD TO THEM and they will show you that LOVE EVERYDAY!!!!!

My German Shepard looks almost identical to this dog, and thank you for your service

when the they showed the ID my heart melted but when i say his rank as Staff Sergeant that hit me hard

He went to Stuttgart, Germany I know that because I’ve lived there for 3 years of my life and I meet him and saw him there and other trainers shout out to him I’ve learned things from this man

A dog is the one with unconditional and will always be there for you. I salute both of you for your service to our country. He is so beautiful and I can see how he loves you. Thanks for sharing your story

Thank you for sharing your story with us. I had to put my service dog down, a few days ago. Brain Cancer and seizures. When I am ready there will be a Doberman ready for me to heal with. God does not make mistakes. You both were destined to each other. God bless you both!

Shepherds, the most beautiful creatures alive!

Dogs... They only break ur heart,when their heart stops working What cant they do🐶❤

Your story was so touching! Bless you, and bless your buddy, too! Thanks for your service!

I’m so Happy for the both you!!! You guys belong together, as brothers in arms and as training partners!!! Congratulations and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!! Enjoy the rest of your days together, taking walking, playing catch and just chillin on the couch!! Well Deserved, Guys!!!!

You both went through hell together and you both survived and you have developed a very special bond that no one can ever break or get between you and your buddy. Thank you both for your service. Semper Fi

Great respect for army dog's 🐾🏅 Great respect for service military dog's Great respect K-9 dog's😘 🐾🐾💚 Always all the best ! Great respect Hero Support, cooperation,loyalty and relations... #VeteranDog Veteran dogs are very important #Family #Health #Life #Support #K9 #Future

Isky is a Great Dog, Isky Thank You for Being An American Hero. You are Our Veteran Hero Dog.

Thank you both for service ! Glad you both are together again ! 🇺🇸 Wish you all best !

These beautiful dogs have so much love to give and all they ask for is food, shelter, water and most of all love 💕

That's a real hero! 🇺🇸✊️

Best story I've heard in a long time. Such a beautiful pair of beings

I love that, ever since (at least) WWI, our soldiers have treated all animals that serve along side them with the same respect as the humans. Even more than that, for the sake of the humans and animals serving our country, I'm glad there are so many organizations now that enable these beautiful animals to live out the rest of their lives with the same respect and dignity as the people who serve this country as well. ❤️❤️❤️

Everyone talks about gut feeling. Dogs have to be the best at, Sensing , Danger & give There lives , Without asking . Love & trust. That's what , A Dog is . Love & Loyalty !!

A very fine example of how working Canines and their handlers relate to one another through their working relationships that take them to a life time of PURE JOY & happiness. These animals only give love & protection through the ages of being together, No doubt in my mind the effect these beautiful Animals have on us is a very special gift INDEED

Awesome. Thank you both for your service.

Thank you our both for your service to this coutry

These dogs deserve to be honored.

Both of you are heroes ❤️ So happy you got to be together ❤️

Brave and heroic, both of you. loads of love to you both.

If I have the same attitude he has ,,life will be much easier It really touched me ,,so true

Awww! Thank you both so much! God bless you both always

God Bless you my brother and your baby boy and thank you both for your services, Your the best!

I hope that dog enjoys a good rest in retirement he had an amazing life

Dogs mans best friend. This made me tear up. Their eyes filled with so much love. Such great companions.

Two American Heroes!

Thank you both for your service ❤💙

Hero!

These two need each other. Bless.

This choked me up.thats you best buddy.he went thru the same hell.WELCOME HOME BRAVE WARRIOR.

Can you imagine ! soldiers sadly have nightmares and it is completely understandable why, those pups who they wished not to be born in places like that, have no option but to accept what life decided to give them and even though whenever they are rescued they enjoy life, they are a lesson to many humans. Dogs are adorable.

❤❤❤ this is pure courage, pure heart, pure love❤️❤️❤️

Wonderful and touching story💖Sooo glad you were able to keep your beautiful boy in your life, so deserving!!! Thank you both for your service!!!🇺🇸🐕😌 God bless you both 💞

Liebe grüße aus Hamburg für den Helden. Bin selber Ausbilder und Schutzdiensthelfer. Sehr toller Hund

THANK YOU BOTH, WOW WHAT A DOG, LOVE YOU BOTH FOR WHAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR, AMERICA .

Thank you both so much I’m a search and rescue k9 handler I know the bond I don’t know what I’d do without my German shepherd Legend

Thank you both for your service!

You guys belong together. What a beautiful story I had tears coming down my cheeks. 😢 God bless the dog. He takes care of you. You take care of him. Thank for serving our country. God bless. You guys are happy. The dog didn't ask to go to war. The dog is very sweet and nice and friendly and very playful. I had two dogs they both died. I miss them dearly. I had the mother and the son. They were beautiful Pomeranians dogs and very loving just like your dog.

Thank you for your service Isky

I am reminded again that the more I get to know people, the more I like my dogs.

Unfortunately I know what you mean when you look at him and you get so apprehensive about the time to come. I got through this every day looking at my cat, he is not a war Hero but he is My Hero and I could cry a thousand times if I would not stop myself and instead focus on the present moment of being with him and of our time together so I won't forget. I'm engraving our moments together in my mind 😌 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal.

I understand. God bless you both

Heart warming glad you both get to be together you are part of each other ❤️❤️👍🇬🇧

Blessings and thanks to you two Warriors..

Omg what can I say but thank you 2 both of you true hero's.

Awesome .I love Animals .I know he is not just that to you ,cause my little Moco I'd not just s animal.A Dog ,no .You are both together awesome, thank you for all ,all you did to gather for us. , American .

Thank you for Let him be a dog , and love.

What a beautiful pair! Thank you for sharing your deeply personal, kind, and inspiring story.

They need to make a movie about this. I already know I'd be crying in the theater

honored to know your stories. your home looks beautiful & peaceful. good luck to you both. you deserve it all.

Of course he is! his service and his sacrifice, he is a hero n my eyes!

This dog is a hero!

That interview was so touching, pity he lost leg, but at least he has his life ❤❤❤❤Joan, from Ireland.

This video warmed my heart 😖

What a beautiful friendship. I hope you will be happy for a long together❤❤

I am glad you have each other💕

Good boi

My inheritance is going to K-9 retired solders. They are closer to god than most all humans.

God bless you man I know what it means to be in combat with dogs there awesome partners so happy that you’re able to be with him good luck keep up the fight I’ve been there and still dealing with it after 53 years

Alll servingdogs deserve The best life they are all heroes and should be treated like that.

A majestic and beautiful dog My favorite breed They are extraordinary If you guys like these dogs you have to see this amazing on the Crufts video called amazing dog marches does squats pushups situps performs CPR it is worth a viewing Give it a look you wont be disappointed

What a wonderful four paws connection.

True American Heroes.

Thanky you. Good morning. Love. Cany. Cachorro. Maravilhoso.

What a BEAUTIFUL story

Glad you got to keep your buddy and that you are both home.

God bless you sir and your Dog for your service

I think it's sad when these dogs go home or to new homes and don't get to do what they love anymore. I'm sure some owners keep up some play training, the sleeve, etc.

Pes je připraven chránit jeho přítel je jeho nejlepším důkazem toho co jse naucil najde ve vás .

It means as much to a K9 to stay with a handler he/she loves as it does to the handler who loves the K9 they served with.

God bless you and all Veterans

when the bonds their it for life and the dog only here for a very short life 10 to 13 years. but in those years they will give there life to protect you and give there life for you . best friend you ever have. thank you this vid

Beautiful dog

Thank you for saving me and giving me a second chance of life and forever home and family and hearts and soul from Buffalo New York and yes, we can do whatever you can do in your life 💖💖💖💖💖💖 sent from here to there

Love those dogs😍❤️

A real Hero

You two are great together..

Wonderful story. I adopted a German Shepherd called Xenia. She was a war veteran, serving in Iran and Afghanistan. Afghanistan was where she lost her human partner, they found him after the battle, her head on the chest of her dead friend. The vet removed 17 pieces of shattnel and stitched her up. They tried to place her with another soldier, however, after several attempts, it was determined she had PTSD. And was medically discharged. Having friends, and working as a Doctor of Clinical psychology with the troops suffering with PTSD, plus other disorders brought on by the experiences of war, I came to hear about Xena. We met, immediately she sat at my side and where i went, Xena went! U We were together 20 months. She played like the huge puppy she was. In shops, if I wasn't watching her she would removed the cans from the shelfs for my inspection. Lol. She was a sniffer and a Bomb dog.. Life changes, after the Death of my Partners daughter, we sold the house, bought an RV and took off. Xena this wonderful friend was board, and fed up, she wanted to work. I contacted a Police friend of mine, who trained Police Drug dogs, I asked him to assess Xena. She was over her PTSD, she was coping and was ready to work. Passing her skill assessments, she now works as a sniffer dog, and loves it. I miss her, but, I wouldn't change my mind. These dogs are amazing, and should never be underestimated, they are intelligent and able to think independently, their intelligence should never be ignored. They are true hero's.

First, let me thank the two of you for your service. Just know that the relationship the two of you share will never and can never be broken. He can read you like a book, he can detect changes in you before you're aware the changes are happening in yourself. I am so elated to know you got to stay with a service member who knows exactly what you went through because he has gone down that rabbit with you. I loved listening to your story and I just wanted to say I am so proud of you and your dog. I am even more grateful the two of you made it home safely. Stay strong, stay safe and stay true. Blessing to you and your family.

Great Story a Salute to you both Bro.