When I was an actual "Gunny" I had a Pit Bull Shepherd Mix named Gunny as well. At age 11 he had emergency surgery for an obstructed blockage and died in my arms the day afterward. I was crushed and couldnt speak of him for almost a whole year without breaking down. Even had his cremated ashes sprinkled in the black ink of the tattoo portrait I had done! This Poem truly helped me cope, which I'm sure many of you can attest: The Rainbow Bridge Poem - The beautiful journey of a pet after death.
In 2012, after an 8 week Residential PTSD Program, I was selected to receive a highly trained TBI/PTSD Service Dog from the first Org to be Federally Recognized for their intense Training Program. I'm sure many have seen the Documentary of "Puppies Behind Bars" and the incredible impact it has on both the inmates, to the Disabled Veterans lucky enough to receive one of their SDs. Russell knows 80 commands and has literally saved my life more than once! 12 Days Of Charitable Giving 2016: Puppies Behind Bars
Though we're trained to only allow our Service Dog to ride on the passenger side floorboard, for most secure transportation, I've found this device to be the most advantageous vest for dogs in vehicles. Once properly fitted, it's a breeze to put on - and allows them freedom to move around in the back seat area too. Load Up™ Dog Car Harness | Crash Tested Safety Travel Harness | Ruffwear
I use this on long trips in the rear seat and he doesnt seem to mind. Dogs become literal projectiles inside a car during a crash. Imagine the guilt we'd feel if our dog was killed in a MVA!
A few pics of both Gunny & Russell here. Thanks for allowing me to share!
Semper Fidelis.....🇺🇸
When I was an actual "Gunny" I had a Pit Bull Shepherd Mix named Gunny as well. At age 11 he had emergency surgery for an obstructed blockage and died in my arms the day afterward. I was crushed and couldnt speak of him for almost a whole year without breaking down. Even had his cremated ashes sprinkled in the black ink of the tattoo portrait I had done! This Poem truly helped me cope, which I'm sure many of you can attest: The Rainbow Bridge Poem - The beautiful journey of a pet after death.
In 2012, after an 8 week Residential PTSD Program, I was selected to receive a highly trained TBI/PTSD Service Dog from the first Org to be Federally Recognized for their intense Training Program. I'm sure many have seen the Documentary of "Puppies Behind Bars" and the incredible impact it has on both the inmates, to the Disabled Veterans lucky enough to receive one of their SDs. Russell knows 80 commands and has literally saved my life more than once! 12 Days Of Charitable Giving 2016: Puppies Behind Bars
Though we're trained to only allow our Service Dog to ride on the passenger side floorboard, for most secure transportation, I've found this device to be the most advantageous vest for dogs in vehicles. Once properly fitted, it's a breeze to put on - and allows them freedom to move around in the back seat area too. Load Up Dog Car Harness | Crash Tested Safety Travel Harness | Ruffwear
I use this on long trips in the rear seat and he doesnt seem to mind. Dogs become literal projectiles inside a car during a crash. Imagine the guilt we'd feel if our dog was killed in a MVA!
A few pics of both Gunny & Russell here. Thanks for allowing me to share!
Semper Fidelis.....
Beautiful dogs and beautiful story. There's nothing like the love of a dog. Here's my two boys Buster and Magglio. Buster is a lab pit mix and I lost him on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. It's hard and I miss him like crazy. Magglio the beagle is a ball of energy at almost 9 years old and he's great and he makes me smile everyday.
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