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Help Wounded Soldier Adopt Military Dog
Target: George W. Bush, President of the United StatesSponsored by: American Humane Association
Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jamie Dana
and her Working Military Dog Rex were inseparable companions. For
three years they have lived together, worked together, and relied
upon each other. Jamie and Rex work together to patrol checkpoints
and scour buildings for hidden explosives, and have served
together in Iraq and Pakistan.
On June 25th, 2005 Jamie and Rex were returning from patrol when a bomb detonated under their vehicle. Jamie was seriously injured, and in a coma. Doctors didn't expect her to live, and she had to be transported to the United States for medical treatment. It was only when she awoke she learned that Rex had sustained only minor wounds.
On June 25th, 2005 Jamie and Rex were returning from patrol when a bomb detonated under their vehicle. Jamie was seriously injured, and in a coma. Doctors didn't expect her to live, and she had to be transported to the United States for medical treatment. It was only when she awoke she learned that Rex had sustained only minor wounds.
This is really a story about the bond of love that exists between Jamie and Rex. A bond so strong that her last thoughts before loosing consciousness was of Rex. A bond forged through training, through military service, and through companionship.
Jamie has returned to active duty, and wants to adopt Rex into her family. But current law prohibits the adoption of a combat dog until they reach retirement age. For Rex this could be another 5 to 10 years.
Please help re-unite Rex and Jamie - Urge President Bush to encourage legislation to override these laws.
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# 150:
1:58 pm PST, Dec 20,
Brooke Ryan, Arizona
# 149:
1:58 pm PST, Dec 20,
Nicole Ziegler, Wisconsin
# 148:
1:58 pm PST, Dec 20,
Erin Grossman, Minnesota
He can still be HER dog and still do his job.
He can still be HER dog and still do his job.
# 147:
1:58 pm PST, Dec 20,
Paul Wilson, Texas
let rex come back to the U.S. If we need another dog to sniff out bombs then we can just call on george's mom, barb.
let rex come back to the U.S. If we need another dog to sniff out bombs then we can just call on george's mom, barb.
# 146:
1:58 pm PST, Dec 20,
Christopher Garceau, New Hampshire
Sgt. Jamie Dana nearly gave her life along with Rex for this country - its little to ask.
Sgt. Jamie Dana nearly gave her life along with Rex for this country - its little to ask.
# 145:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Jeanne M. Yovicich, Pennsylvania
The 2 of them have been through blood and death enough, the dog has earned the right to retire, and he should be allowed to do so before he is killed in an accident, so that he might live out his life that he has already earned through his hard work.
The 2 of them have been through blood and death enough, the dog has earned the right to retire, and he should be allowed to do so before he is killed in an accident, so that he might live out his life that he has already earned through his hard work.
# 144:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Chester Lindsey, California
Just because.
Just because.
# 143:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Mimi Osborne, North Carolina
# 142:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Lisa Camasi, California
They have both served their country admirably, and put their lives at risk in the process - honor that devoted service and let Sgt. Dana adopt Rex!
They have both served their country admirably, and put their lives at risk in the process - honor that devoted service and let Sgt. Dana adopt Rex!
# 141:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Monica Paluski, Oklahoma
Because you cannot separate two companions. They have gone thru a traumatic event and the dog should be able to become part of her family. This would also help her human family out.
Because you cannot separate two companions. They have gone thru a traumatic event and the dog should be able to become part of her family. This would also help her human family out.
# 140:
1:57 pm PST, Dec 20,
Linda Alipio, Florida
# 139:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Bridget Davis, Illinois
Please let these two stay together. Sometimes in different circumstances the rules have to be bent a little bit. This is a special case and both have been wounded. Rex did a wonderful job and got wounded in the process. Please let him retire and be with his owner and companion that he has be inseparable with for the last 3 years. PLEASE!!
Please let these two stay together. Sometimes in different circumstances the rules have to be bent a little bit. This is a special case and both have been wounded. Rex did a wonderful job and got wounded in the process. Please let him retire and be with his owner and companion that he has be inseparable with for the last 3 years. PLEASE!!
# 138:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Name not displayed, Michigan
# 137:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Carolyn Lucarelli, Pennsylvania
Sgt. Dana and Rex belong together; please do not prevent them from being reunited!
Sgt. Dana and Rex belong together; please do not prevent them from being reunited!
# 136:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Wendy Watkins, Ohio
Give more than lip-service to "supporting our troops" by allowing this adoption to happen.
Give more than lip-service to "supporting our troops" by allowing this adoption to happen.
# 135:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Krystal Kyle, Oregon
# 134:
1:56 pm PST, Dec 20,
Jen Rinehart, Tennessee
the bond between humans and dogs is so strong and important. they have both been through a trauma and being together will help them recover.
the bond between humans and dogs is so strong and important. they have both been through a trauma and being together will help them recover.
# 133:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Nikki Armstrong, Oregon
If a police officer can be allowed to keep their K-9 dog that they have formed such a bond with, then why shouldn't Sgt. Dana not be allowed to adopt her beloved dog, Rex? It's not right to keep them apart when they both have such a strong, mutual bond. She was wounded in the line of duty, and deserves to have Rex at her side.
If a police officer can be allowed to keep their K-9 dog that they have formed such a bond with, then why shouldn't Sgt. Dana not be allowed to adopt her beloved dog, Rex? It's not right to keep them apart when they both have such a strong, mutual bond. She was wounded in the line of duty, and deserves to have Rex at her side.
# 132:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Matthew Wells, California
# 131:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Matthew Whitcomb, Colorado
Want some good PR, this is it :)
Want some good PR, this is it :)
# 130:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Cayla Lehmann, Texas
The law against adopting a combat dog is ridiculous. I know that dogs are needed to sniff out bomb materials and cadavers, but actually having a law against adoption is too much.
The law against adopting a combat dog is ridiculous. I know that dogs are needed to sniff out bomb materials and cadavers, but actually having a law against adoption is too much.
# 129:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Catherine Costanzo, New Mexico
# 128:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Sandy Sierra, California
# 127:
1:55 pm PST, Dec 20,
Susan Smith, Maryland
I would be lost with out my pets and I believe they would be lost with out me. She should be able to adopt Rex for his sake as well as hers.
I would be lost with out my pets and I believe they would be lost with out me. She should be able to adopt Rex for his sake as well as hers.
# 126:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Roxanne A. Rodriguez, Florida
Rex has been with her through everything and I feel that this dog would very much appreciate it if Sgt. Dana adopted him. I know in my heart that they belong together and that they are truly "soulmates".
Rex has been with her through everything and I feel that this dog would very much appreciate it if Sgt. Dana adopted him. I know in my heart that they belong together and that they are truly "soulmates".
# 125:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Aaron Hermens, Oregon
# 124:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Lyndsay Malone, Texas
there are so many unwanted dogs. why pass this up? for a soldier to put their life on the line for US, the least we can do is allow for this adoption.
there are so many unwanted dogs. why pass this up? for a soldier to put their life on the line for US, the least we can do is allow for this adoption.
# 123:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
David Paul Xavier Burch, Indiana
(I must say that I am a *thinking peacenick; i.e. pro-Afghan but anti-second Iraq war; we should have gotten the job done the FIRST time*!) But, on the other hand: 1. I imagine that a *human soldier with this dog's wounds would have gotten a medical discharge by now! 2. This isn't some "kill trained attack dog; and 3. It seems that, if discharged to his/her (I've forgotten which!) handler's care; the dog would have a good, safe, loving home*!
(I must say that I am a *thinking peacenick; i.e. pro-Afghan but anti-second Iraq war; we should have gotten the job done the FIRST time*!) But, on the other hand: 1. I imagine that a *human soldier with this dog's wounds would have gotten a medical discharge by now! 2. This isn't some "kill trained attack dog; and 3. It seems that, if discharged to his/her (I've forgotten which!) handler's care; the dog would have a good, safe, loving home*!
# 122:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Dianna Drugmand, Pennsylvania
# 121:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Diana Knowland, California
# 120:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Yolanda Morales, Texas
# 119:
1:54 pm PST, Dec 20,
Terry Sario, Arizona
# 118:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Debra Morris, Texas
Because they have paid their dues in service to this country and it will hasten the sgt's recovery.
Because they have paid their dues in service to this country and it will hasten the sgt's recovery.
# 117:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Christine A. Quain, New York
why not! They are bonded let the dog have a happy life and home he has done his duty as has his master.
why not! They are bonded let the dog have a happy life and home he has done his duty as has his master.
# 116:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Name not displayed, Pennsylvania
Rex should be allowed to retire gracefully after having honorably served his country. What better way to reward his service than by placing him in a home where he will be loved, honored and respected. That home should be with Sgt. Dana. Please show that we have similar regard for our service pets as we profess to have for our service professionals.
Rex should be allowed to retire gracefully after having honorably served his country. What better way to reward his service than by placing him in a home where he will be loved, honored and respected. That home should be with Sgt. Dana. Please show that we have similar regard for our service pets as we profess to have for our service professionals.
# 115:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Kelly Wing, Virginia
# 114:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Marcia Cosentino, Illinois
Anyone who loves an animal doesn't need an explanation as to why Sgt. Dana should be allowed to adopt Rex. In a world full of hatred and fear, any two creatures who care for each other and aren't injuring or induring anyone around them should have the right to be together.
Anyone who loves an animal doesn't need an explanation as to why Sgt. Dana should be allowed to adopt Rex. In a world full of hatred and fear, any two creatures who care for each other and aren't injuring or induring anyone around them should have the right to be together.
# 113:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Name not displayed, California
Rex should be Honorable Discharged after being wounded in action and he should be allowed to live out his short life with the person he knows, loves and respects, Sgt. Jamie Dana. And Sgt. Dana deserves the same. They both served our country well. We should do something for them.
Rex should be Honorable Discharged after being wounded in action and he should be allowed to live out his short life with the person he knows, loves and respects, Sgt. Jamie Dana. And Sgt. Dana deserves the same. They both served our country well. We should do something for them.
# 112:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Ruthann Booher, Tennessee
# 111:
1:53 pm PST, Dec 20,
Bobbie Bates, Texas
They have developed a very strong bond and it is just not right to keep them apart. Rex needs to be with is rightful family. He served his country.
They have developed a very strong bond and it is just not right to keep them apart. Rex needs to be with is rightful family. He served his country.
# 110:
1:52 pm PST, Dec 20,
Paul Lopez, Texas
# 109:
1:52 pm PST, Dec 20,
Frank V. Johnson, New York
In a time when Americas compasion is forever being doubted, and our reputation as a generous nation is questioned, what better way to demonstrate our loyalty not only to our soldiers but our companions. Our canine soldiers sacrafice themselves without the choice our 2 legged soldiers have. Give them both the respect they have earned, and allow these brave servants of freedom to live thier lives together.
In a time when Americas compasion is forever being doubted, and our reputation as a generous nation is questioned, what better way to demonstrate our loyalty not only to our soldiers but our companions. Our canine soldiers sacrafice themselves without the choice our 2 legged soldiers have. Give them both the respect they have earned, and allow these brave servants of freedom to live thier lives together.
# 108:
1:52 pm PST, Dec 20,
Sylvan Grey, Arizona
# 107:
1:51 pm PST, Dec 20,
Name not displayed, California
# 106:
1:51 pm PST, Dec 20,
Melissa Benson, Kentucky
This is no different than K9 police dogs that get attached to their handlers. They often end up in their homes for life. If all she has asked for after risking her life for her country is to adopt the dog that went through that with her then it is petty to allow a beaurocratic law to stop that.
This is no different than K9 police dogs that get attached to their handlers. They often end up in their homes for life. If all she has asked for after risking her life for her country is to adopt the dog that went through that with her then it is petty to allow a beaurocratic law to stop that.
# 105:
1:50 pm PST, Dec 20,
Nicole Bennett, Maryland
# 104:
1:50 pm PST, Dec 20,
Bernadette Blanchard, Virginia
# 103:
1:50 pm PST, Dec 20,
Gloria Morotti, Florida
# 102:
1:50 pm PST, Dec 20,
Janet Russo, Texas
an exception should definitly be made in this special case.
an exception should definitly be made in this special case.
# 101:
1:50 pm PST, Dec 20,
Joseph Multhauf, Wisconsin