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After a career as a Navy SEAL, Mike Ritland went on to train working K9's for some of the most elite units in the U.S. Special Operations community.

After his dad disappears, thirteen-year-old Stanley joins the army during World War I and is assigned to the War Dog School, where he is partnered with a messenger dog named Bones and the two of them are sent to France.

"In this book, young readers will learn about the special dogs that assist the U.S. Military by serving as skydiving companions."--Provided by publisher.

Newly arrived on the Western front and assigned as a medic, Rivera finds himself in the middle of the Battle of the Bulge, cut off behind enemy lines--and his only companion is a Nazi trained Doberman pinscher.

Explains the many ways that dogs are used in the military and how they are trained and cared for. When the news of the raid on Osama Bin Laden's compound broke, the SEAL team member that stole the show was a highly trained canine companion. Throughout history, dogs have been key contributors to military units. Dorothy Hinshaw Patent follows man's best friend onto the battlefield, showing readers why dogs are uniquely qualified for the job at hand, how they are trained, how they contribute to missions, and what happens when they retire. With full-color photographs throughout and sidebars featuring heroic canines throughout history, Dogs on Duty provides a fascinating look at these exceptional soldiers and companions.

Engaging images accompany information about military dogs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7.

Contains three illustrated stories about dogs and their handlers during times of war. Set during World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War, follows each human-canine team as they endure the struggles of their era, relying on their bond and their skills and maneuver dangerous territory and make it home safely.

Examines the history, unique abilities, training, job duties, and future of military dogs. Features color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

Reveals the amazing range of jobs that our four-legged soldiers now perform. Rogak examines the dogs' training and equipment, and sets the record straight on those rumors of titanium teeth. A must-read for animal lovers everywhere.

Teenager Aman and his mother lose their loyal spaniel Shadow while escaping Afghanistan to flee to England. Now they must depend on a friend and his grandfather to enable Shadow's return.