ICYMI: Paws Of War Aims To Help 5 Soldiers' Pups Held At JFK Airport

NESCONSET, NY — Five U.S. Army National Guard members' puppies are being held at JFK Airport after Paws of War rushed to import the dogs into the United States from a remote country, the Nesconset-based nonprofit announced.

The dogs have clean health certificates, Paws of War said, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regulations require additional paperwork. The dogs are being held in a facility at the airport, according to Paws of War, which is a "great expense" to the nonprofit.

The dogs have come this far, and Paws of War said it won't let the soldiers down. The organization is now trying to help them get the puppies back and is seeking the help of those in the community to speed the process up.

"We are always willing to step in and help our soldiers, even when there are issues like this," said Derek Cartwright, a veteran and the coordinator for Paws of War. "They do so much for us, it’s the least we can do for them, but we can’t do it alone. We need the support of others to help make it happen.”

For those who would like to donate to Paws of War, you may do so here.

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