The World Trade Center's Heroic Rescue Dogs

Dogs in the News ^

[Great Dane]

Beautiful tribute to our four legged friends and hero's.

[habs4ever]

woof!

[speedy]

First of all, thanks for posting a great montage. Second, it has to be true, all dogs DO go to Heaven. And as you look at those wonderful creatures, remember (and I lived in the Midde East for several years) that Muslims HATE and FEAR dogs and consider them unclean. That ought to tell you a lot about the nature of the enemy. Glad that the Freepers have such an appreciation for our best friends.

[Alouette]

I hear rescue dogs at a site like the WTC die quickly from respiratory problems. Does anyone know?

Quite a few SAR dogs developed respiratory problems. Those animals were treated and retired from active service. I did not find any stories about any dogs that had to be put down.

Lots of wonderful stories at this site:

Search & Rescue Dogs After 9-11

"Servus" Rescued from World Trade Center

Dalmatian "Marshall" a WTC Survivor

[Alouette]

PENTAGON RESCUE DOGS

A human's senses could barely distinguish a chunk of concrete from a charred file cabinet, but a Labrador's nose knows exactly what to look for. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the best dogs for this type of work are Labrador Retrievers, Golden Labs and Border Collies. (Photo: Sep 14, 2001, FEMA News / Jocelyn Augustino)

Gus and his partner await the OK to move in. Unlike the WTC rescuers in New York City, Pentagon rescue teams had the opportunity to first construct makeshift columns and structural braces to fortify the crumbling site. (Photo: Sep 14, 2001, FEMA News / Jocelyn Augustino)

Gus raises a howl, signaling that he may have found something. Unfortunately, no survivors were recovered from the Pentagon disaster. (Photo: Sep 14, 2001, FEMA News / Jocelyn Augustino)

Inside the Pentagon, the scene is one of widespread devastation and ruin. The daunting task of searching the entire area is distributed amongst four 60-member search-and-rescue teams with a total of about 15 certified rescue dogs. (Photo: Sep 14, 2001, FEMA News / Jocelyn Augustino)

After a 12-hour shift, the rescuers rotate. Gus and his team take a well-deserved break. (Photo: Sep 14, 2001, FEMA News / Jocelyn Augustino)

[Alouette]

Muslims HATE and FEAR dogs and consider them unclean.

Israeli K-9 trainers with guard dogs.

[Conspiracy Guy]

btttt

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[speedy]

Ha -- the Hamas nightmare. Beautiful sight -- thanks again. And sic 'em.

[Reb Raider]

Thank you for the excellent pictures and info on the brave dogs that helped out after 9/11. They are truly a gift--wish I could "shake paws" with each of them!

[alisasny]

Last night I went to a candle light vigil and march in my town. It was to honor all lost especially the 8 people lost with connections to my town. Either lived here or had parents who lived here.

Anyway the loudest applause came when a fireman brough his rescue dog up to the podium.

Sadly the dogs did not rescue many but the devastation was just too great however they tried their best.

Was a special moment.

[Terriergal]

Yep this is a good story. I am thinking my new pup might be an SAR or therapy dog candidate. She certainly has the brains couple with a very even keeled personality.

My baby just after her first haircut by me:

[Vigilantcitizen]

"My baby just after her first haircut by me:"

Good job. But do I detect a hint of a "Oh, the indignity" look from the pooch?

"I am thinking my new pup might be an SAR or therapy dog candidate. She certainly has the brains couple with a very even keeled personality."

If Katie, the black lab, would ever get pregnant, we've decided to donate any left over pups to a local non-profit that trains donated pups to be companion dogs for the blind.

[PoorMuttly]

I am proud of my relatives.

Two years. Wow. It's just hitting me today, for some reason. I know the reason...and I still don't want to think about it...

...just Keep Rolling.