For soldiers, the military dogs they work and train with form an incredible bond that goes beyond the battlefield. When Andrew Brown, a Fort Hood Soldier, and his canine companion named Rocky were injured in an IED blast, not even the medical staff could separate these two as they fought to get better.
“One of our Military Working Dogs, Rocky, and his handler were injured this week during operations in Afghanistan,” the 89th Military Police Brigade wrote to their Facebook page. “Rocky and his handler are staying in the same room right now as they are receiving treatment for their injuries. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they recover during the holiday season.”
Rocky was seen recuperating under a cozy blanket, and was wearing a purple heart medal that he received for his brave service.
A few days later, the page posted an update showing the two soldiers doing well after spending some time at the hospital together.
“SPC Brown and Rocky are both doing well after being treated for injuries they suffered from an IED blast earlier this week while searching a structure in support of ongoing operations in Afghanistan,” the brigade wrote in the update. “They are both very thankful for your thoughts and prayers and are in the process of heading back home.”
“Please remember them, as well as all our Soldiers deployed around the world, during the holiday season. Proven in Battle!” the military police brigade wrote as they concluded their post.
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[Featured image credit: Facebook/89th Military Police Brigade]