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A part of the book "Big Dogs, Drawing & Reading" is presented. It cites the role of big and strong dogs breeds in helping people in pulling loads. It notes the ability of loyal family pet, the great pyrenees, in pulling carts and sleds and carrying packs on ski trips and the Alaskan malamute as well as greater Swiss mountain dog in pulling heavy loads over long distances.

A part of the book "Big Dogs, Drawing & Reading" is presented. It cites the types of dogs that helped people in many ways including the rescue dogs, service dogs, and therapy dogs. It notes the use of rescue dogs in helping the victims trapped in the 2010 earthquake in Haiti and of service dogs in helping people with disabilities as well as of therapy dogs in providing love and comfort to people in hospitals and retirement homes.

Information on several military dogs who were part of war history, from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. Rags, a military dog during the World War I, had message carrying skills and was able to survive a gas attack. During the World War II, military dog Antis served the British Air Force with his Czech owner Vaclav Bozdech. According to this chapter, U.S. military dog York is considered as the most famous during the Korean War.

Information on the retirement of military dogs from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. Combat dogs usually serve the military for about 10 years but if they experience very serious injuries during their work, they will be allowed to retire early. German shepherd Lex was a military dog who survived an attack in Iraq and was adopted by the family of his handler who died in the same attack.

Information on military veterinarians from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. It is reported that there are over 400 army veterinarians that serve around the world to ensure the health and physical wellness of military dogs. Aside from providing medical check-ups, military veterinarians are also responsible for taking care of combat dogs that have been injured from the battlefield.

Information on the medical care being given to U.S. military dogs from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. On-site medical care are usually given to military dogs that are sick or have been injured from the battlefield. It is added that injured military dogs that require intensive treatment are often flown to hospitals for the needed medical attention.

Information on the medical treatment given by the veterinary hospital at Texas-based Lackland U.S. Air Force Base to wounded military dog Buco from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. In 2008, Buco was admitted to the veterinary hospital for acquiring battlefield injuries in the Middle East. With the help of military veterinarians, Buco was able to stand and walk again after his hind legs were paralyzed from injuries.

Information on the training given to U.S. military working dogs (MWDs) from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. The Lackland U.S. Air Force Base located in San Antonio, Texas choose animals to train as MWDs that will serve the country. During the 120-day training program, the dogs are taught obedience to their handlers and how to attack enemies on command. The working relationship between MWDs and their handlers is also emphasized.

Information on the challenges facing military dogs in the line of duty from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. Military dogs suffer the same conditions and injuries suffered by soldiers during their service. The dogs serving in Iraq often receive wounds from bullets and exploding bombs. Trained army veterinarians provide medical aid to dogs in the battlefield.

Information on the role of military dogs from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. It states that in the past, military dogs are often treated by soldiers as military equipment and not as soldiers and often, badly injured dogs are left in the battlefield when their handlers think that they can no longer function. It notes that the military has changed the way they regard military dogs after realizing how valuable they are during combat duty.

Information on the history of U.S. military dogs from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. The country officially began requiring the services of military dogs during the World War II for guarding soldiers and their weapons. The dogs serving in the battlefield were trained to attack and kill enemy soldiers if it was ordered by their handlers. Military dogs have also been useful during the 1950 to 1953 Korean War and the 1957 to 1975 Vietnam War.

Information on canine soldiers serving the U.S. military from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented. It is reported that there are thousands of U.S. canine soldiers or military working dogs (MWDs) stationed in several countries including Iraq and Afghanistan. These MWDs are responsible for guarding military bases and searching buildings for enemy soldiers. Some MWDs, called detector dogs, have the ability to detect bombs before they explode.

Information on the medical treatment given to military dog Flapoor, who was injured in Iraq from the book "Combat-Wounded Dogs" is presented.