Tank ping
But although the story about Tank the black lab is false, the story’s larger point about veterans’ willingness to sacrifice for the greater good is accurate. That’s likely why the eRumor has persisted since 2008.
Sorry.
Not that it would have mattered in this case, there are many programs for active military where their pets will be looked after when they are deployed.
http://fosterdogs.com/helping-owners-keep-their-dogs/military-pets.html