ICYMI: U.S. Soldiers Turn To Nesconset's Paws Of War To Save Dog

NESCONSET, NY — Paws of War, a Nesconset-based nonprofit, has recently received dozens of calls from servicemen and women who had rescued an animal while serving overseas and faced the idea of having to leave them behind, according to a news release. The organization has more than 15 rescues underway on behalf of American soldiers.

Duke is one such dog who was rescued near a base overseas, according to Paws of War. He is a loving dog who provided comfort and joy to the soldiers. One day, he stopped showing up. The soldiers, fearing the worst, searched for him but could not find him. A few days later, Duke showed up. He was wounded and bleeding from his leg, according to Paws of War.

"Everyone is thinking of our troops serving overseas right now and they want to help in some way," said Dereck Cartright, a disabled veteran who is the stateside logistics coordinator for Paws of War, via news release. "Being able to lift their spirits is a great way to help. If we all come together we can rescue Duke and bring him to safety for them, which will boost their morale, and it gives them one less thing to worry about."

For those who would like to make a donation towards relocating Duke to the U.S., you can do so here.

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