ICYMI: Paws Of War Seeks To Keep Soldier & His Dog Together

NESCONSET, NY — An American soldier's dog is in urgent need of rescue, or he could be left overseas. Specialist Lucas turned to Nesconset-based nonprofit Paws of War for its help to bring Boy Dawg home with him to the United States.

Due to reduced flights and heightened requirements for animal travel, there are just days left to complete the rescue so the solider and his dog can remain together. Paws of War is asking for donations so it can help Specialist Lucas.

"The United States military does not leave best friends behind," Robert Misseri, co-founder of Paws of War, said in a news release. "We need your help to reunite them here in America. Even small donations will add up to help. We want to give Specialist Lucas the great Christmas present of bringing his dog back home with him."

When soldiers are deployed, they can get lonely, miss home, and become depressed, according to Paws of War. Sometimes, they are fortunate enough to find a stray animal that they befriend, which brings them happiness. That's the case for Army Specialist Lucas, who came across a dog he's desperate to bring home with him now that his deployment is over.

"I noticed his calmness, he just wanted some love and attention," Specialist Lucas said according to the release. "I love all animals, but he was special. I can't imagine having to leave my best friend behind, God only knows what will happen to him and my heart will be broken."

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