New Mexico Dogs Used in World War II

From the Dec. 22, 2012, Santa Fe New Mexican "Dozens of New Mexico dogs served in World War II front lines."

In late October 1943, the military launched a campaign asking Americans to loan their dogs to the cause.  They wanted 250,000 in the program, called "Dogs for Defense."  They were to be used as guards, messengers and help medics.

The government, however, would not guarantee their return.  They were to be the Army's Canine Corps.

To be accepted, the dog had to stand 20 inches at the shoulder and be between one and five years old.

Doggone It.  --GreGen